Bachelor of Science in Environmental Engineering

University at Buffalo - SUNY

If you think it’s important to protect our water-air-soil environment, make our cities more sustainable, and build resilience in the face of climate change, then you should definitely be thinking about environmental engineering. This program is designed for people who are strong in science and math, and want to be good problem solvers in balancing the needs of society and nature. From protecting lakes and rivers to managing the impact of natural disasters, you’ll be on the way to making a clear difference for communities around the world. What will I learn?You'll typically start with foundational classes and labs in chemistry, physics and calculus, then quickly move on to specific courses in the major such as sustainability and environmental engineering fundamentals. In your junior and senior years, you’ll get more in-depth training in topics such as modeling pollutant movement, treating contaminated water and air, and environmental monitoring. You'll also be able to choose lots of electives, so you can follow your interests and check out topics like hydraulic engineering and brownfield restoration-or take classes in a related technical field.

School of Engineering and Applied Sciences