Where You Learn
Surrounded by ancient redwoods, the ocean, rivers, mountains, and wetlands, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to experience your education in diverse natural habitats.
Science-based knowledge and practical solutions to our environmental challenges are at the heart of the Environmental Science & Management (ESM) program. With the support of faculty and opportunities to do field research in Cal Poly Humboldt’s ecologically diverse region, you’ll explore the relationships between people and the natural world.
Personal Attention
Our professors are mentors, too, providing the extra support and feedback you may need to be successful at Humboldt.
After Graduation
You’ll be prepared for a range of careers that tackle current environmental issues. Take it from our alumni, who are doing everything from transit planning to research analysis.
Program Overview
Our Environmental Science & Management (ESM) Bachelor of Science degree program explores the interactions between the biological and physical world, human institutions, and human behavior. You’ll choose one of five concentrations that will allow you to discover the intricate balance of people and nature through multiple disciplines.
Featured Alumni Profile
Andrew Dobbs, 2018
Peace Officer - Ranger, California State Parks
As a Ranger in Santa Cruz County, I work in a very diverse area. Being a State Park Ranger is unique in that I do everything from interpretation and maintenance to performing arrests and medical rescues. It is an exciting career with a lot of opportunities to work anywhere in the state.
Career Options
ESM graduates are known throughout the country for being highly prepared for the job market and have gone on to pursue a variety of careers.
Here are a few examples of possible career fields.
Coastal Program Analyst
Ecologist
Energy Analyst
Environmental Analyst
Environmental Consultant
Environmental Scientist
Geospatial Analyst
Habitat Restoration Specialist
Natural Resource Specialist
Park Naturalist or Ranger
Project Planning:
City/County Planner
Environmental Planner
Recreational Planner
Achievements
Find out what our students, faculty, and staff are being recognized for.
