Offered as an Academic Certification
Environmental Data Science represents one of the fastest-growing career opportunities at the intersection of technology and sustainability. As organizations worldwide grapple with climate change, biodiversity loss, and resource management, they increasingly rely on skilled professionals who can collect, analyze, and interpret vast amounts of environmental data. From tracking deforestation using satellite imagery to modeling climate patterns and predicting natural disasters, environmental data scientists are at the forefront of developing solutions to our planet’s most pressing challenges.
This certificate program provides a unique blend of technical skills and environmental knowledge that employers are actively seeking. The foundation in environmental science ensures students understand the complex systems they’re analyzing, while advanced coursework in computer science, artificial intelligence, and databases gives them the tools to handle big data effectively. The program’s strong emphasis on geospatial technologies, including GIS and remote sensing, prepares students to work with the satellite data and mapping technologies that are revolutionizing environmental monitoring and assessment.
The career opportunities for graduates are diverse and expanding rapidly. Environmental data scientists find roles in government agencies modeling climate change impacts, conservation organizations tracking wildlife populations, tech companies developing sustainable solutions, and consulting firms helping businesses reduce their environmental footprint. The combination of programming skills (CS 256, CS 266), artificial intelligence knowledge (CS 320), database management (CS 360), and environmental modeling expertise (ES 475, ES 486) makes graduates particularly valuable to employers who need professionals who can bridge the gap between environmental science and data analytics.
Contact: Jamie Trammell – 541.552.6496 – trammelle@sou.edu
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Environmental Science, Policy, and Sustainability Program
1250 Siskiyou Blvd.
Ashland, OR 97520
541.552.6802
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