Overview

Key Features

Students in the Earth System Science program of the University of Washington Bothell learn to apply systems thinking, spatial analysis, and other natural and social science methodologies as they examine the interactions among humans and earth systems, evaluate the sustainability and resilience of living and built systems, and design solutions to our biggest environmental challenges.

The ESS major features experiential learning that takes place in natural environments. These emphases on field work and the human dimensions of the earth system are the unique characteristics of the UW Bothell ESS degree.

The ESS degree program is jointly administered by the School of Interdisciplinary Arts & Sciences (IAS) and the School of Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics (STEM). with teaching and research contributions from faculty members in both schools.

Learning Objectives

ESS graduates will be expected to demonstrate advanced achievement of the UW Bothell Learning Goals, and the Learning Objectives of both IAS and STEM. In addition, the ESS Program is designed to provide a curriculum and co-curricular opportunities that will specifically enable graduates to:

Function as Earth System Scientists

Demonstrate a foundational understanding of mathematics, chemistry, biology, and/or physics, along with an advanced understanding of geoscience.

Apply their multi-disciplinary understanding to characterizing aspects of the Earth system and critically evaluating Earth system science information, models, and methods.

Communicate Effectively and Inclusively

Generate graphics, reports, and presentations in ways that are appropriate and educational for their intended audience (e.g., other scientists, policy makers, and the general public).

Interact and communicate with others in ways that are inclusive and manifest a respect for diversity in all its forms.

Collaborate and Share Leadership

Demonstrate an advanced ability to work with partners and in groups, including the capacities for taking and sharing leadership, following through on collective decisions, promoting the potential of all group members, and mediating conflict.

Engage in projects with external partners in a fashion that adheres to the highest standards of professionalism and results in mutually beneficial outcomes.

Engage with diverse agencies, communities, and other groups with an understanding of the many cultural, geographic, socio-economic, and political contexts in which people interact with Earth systems.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Geology

Oceanography

Climate Science

Weather and Climate

Hydrogeology

Impacts of Climate Change

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-30 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Bothell, United States

Disciplines

Earth Sciences Environmental Economics & Policy Environmental Sciences View 176 other Bachelors in Environmental Economics & Policy in United States

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Academic requirements

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English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Minimum 2.0 GPA in Secondary-level Coursework (UW Grading System information).

College Academic Distribution Requirements (CADR).

Proof of English Proficiency Requirement(s).

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Tuition Fees

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44706 USD / year

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44706 USD / year

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13472 USD / year

≈ 13472 USD / year

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