Applied Humanities-Enviornmental Systems (BA)

Applied Humanities: Environmental Systems Emphasis

Bachelor of Arts

Coursework Location(s)

Main/Tucson

Overview

The Bachelor of Arts in Applied Humanities with an Environmental Systems emphasis at the University of Arizona integrates humanities perspectives with environmental science, focusing on the cultural and community aspects of environmental impact and change. This interdisciplinary program equips students with the skills to address environmental challenges through a humanistic lens, emphasizing the connections between environmental science and cultural narratives, beliefs, and practices that influence individual and community well-being.

Core Courses:

• PAH 200: Introduction to Applied Humanities
• PAH 201: Applied Humanities Practice: Techniques & Technologies for Public Enrichment
• PAH 372: Intercultural Competence: Culture, Identity, Adaptation & Intercultural Relations
• PAH 383: Pre-Internship: Building Career Readiness
• PAH 420: Innovation & the Human Condition: Learning How to Improve Life in the Community & Beyond
• PAH 493: Internship
• PAH 498: Senior Capstone
• One elective from an approved list

Emphasis Courses:

• ENVS 170A1: Introduction to Environmental Science or ENVS 210: Environmental Essentials: A Global Approach to Saving Planet Earth
• Five courses selected from options such as:
• ENVS 225: Biology of Environmental Systems
• ENVS 270: Critical Zone Science
• ENVS 275: Data Analysis for Life & Environmental Sciences
• ENVS 310: Ecosystem Health & Justice
• ENVS 350: Collaborative Environmental Problem Solving
• ENVS 408: Scientific Writing for Environmental, Agricultural & Life Sciences
• ENVS 415: Translating Environmental Science

This curriculum is designed to prepare students for careers that require a nuanced understanding of both environmental science and the human factors that influence environmental policy and practice. Graduates are equipped to develop initiatives that integrate environmental thinking into everyday life, fostering sustainability and community well-being.