Environmental Science and Conservation Major, B.S., Four-Year Plan

Below is a sample degree plan that can be used as a guide to identify courses required to fulfill the major and other requirements needed for degree completion. The following is only an example and represents a possible course sequence for first-year students entering UW-Platteville in the fall term. The major requirements do not add up to the 120 credits needed for graduation.  See your advisor for additional guidance.  A student's actual degree plan may differ depending on the course of study selected (emphasis, second major, minor, etc.), placement scores, and incoming credits (transfer, AP, etc.).  Students should consult their program advisor(s) to ensure that they have the most accurate and up-to-date information available about a particular four-year degree option.

This sample plan assumes readiness for each course and/or major plan.  Some courses may not be offered every term.  Courses may not be available at all campuses and/or in all modalities (i.e., in person, online, hybrid, etc.).

Students should use the Academic Advisement Report (AAR) in PASS and work closely with their advisor(s) to ensure completion of all requirements in a timely manner.

Year 1
First SemesterCredits
ENGLISH 1130 or 10403-4
SPEECH 10603
BIOLOGY 16505
ENVSS 10404
World Language General Education Course (if needed)0-4
 15-16
Total Credits: 15-16
Year 1
Second SemesterCredits
ENGLISH 12303
BIOLOGY 17505
HHP 10001
Historical Perspectives General Education Course3
Fine Arts General Education Course3
 15
Total Credits: 15
Year 2
First SemesterCredits
CHEMSTRY 11404
SEJ 22303
HHP 1XXX (Activity)1
Gender Studies General Education Course3
Ethnic Studies General Education Course3
 14
Total Credits: 14
Year 2
Second SemesterCredits
CHEMSTRY 12404
MATH 18303
ENVSS 23703
ENVSS 23803
Natural Processes Elective3-4
 16-17
Total Credits: 16-17
Year 3
First SemesterCredits
PHLSPHY 34403
ENVSS 32304
Natural Processes Elective3-4
BIOLOGY 34603
 13-14
Total Credits: 13-14
Year 3
Second SemesterCredits
ENVSS 33303
ENVSS 39503
Environmental Policy Elective3
ESC Concentration Elective3-4
 12-13
Total Credits: 12-13
Year 4
First SemesterCredits
ESC Concentration Elective3-4
ESC Concentration Elective3-4
Electives6-9
 12-17
Total Credits: 12-17
Year 4
Second SemesterCredits
ESC Concentration Elective3-4
ENVSS 49503
Electives6-9
 12-16
Total Credits: 12-16