Hi, I’m stuck and I’m hoping someone here has some ideas…
I graduated in 2013 with a degree in Film and Electronic Arts but I have had a change of plans and I want to work in environmental consulting. I’ve concluded from my research into the field that I’ll need at least a bachelor’s degree in environmental science or biology to be competitive in the job market as opposed to say, an Associates or professional advancement/extended studies certification.
Problem is, I can find no public CA school that is accepting second bachelor’s into their environmental sciences programs. An MS also seems out of the question, the programs I’ve seen require a BS. Does anybody have any suggestions? I can’t be the only one in this boat.
@Quizker I can’t help you with California CSU’s (since most don’t allow 2nd degree admissions), however University of Nevada Reno offers undergraduate 2nd degree admissions and has an environmental science major.
I’d think an MS would give you more bang for your buck and take a similar amount of time.
For example, Sac State’s MS Bio program is looking for “a BS in biological sciences or closely related field; or completion of 24 units of upper division biological science courses or courses in closely related fields, each of which must be passed with a grade of C- or better”.
I don’t know your qualifications but, you could take many of those units at a CC and, most Cal States will allow well qualified applicants to take some foundational courses on campus as you prep for their Master’s level programs. I’d call the program admissions office for the programs you are interested in and ask what it will take to get in. I think you’ll be pleasantly surprised.