Pathway Information
Students develop the skills to analyze complex environmental issues and contribute to sustainable solutions. Graduates are prepared for a variety of careers in natural resources management, conservation, environmental science, and related fields, or may choose to pursue advanced studies.
The pathway pairs well with Minors in Biology, Geography, Geology, GIS, or Political Science, and can be enhanced with Certificates such as Wildlife Ecology, Stream Restoration, or Atmospheric Science, offering flexibility to align with individual interests and career goals.
WHAT YOU WILL STUDY
All IDS majors complete an XIDS course sequence through which they learn interdisciplinary concepts and method, culminating with a capstone project that reflects their intellectual and career interests:
- XIDS 2000 - Introduction to Interdisciplinary Studies
- XIDS 3000 - Interdisciplinary Methods
- XIDS 4000 - Interdisciplinary Capstone
