Environmental Health Science

Are you looking for a fulfilling career in environmental science and technology? Do you want to play an active role in protecting people and the environment? Want to make a positive difference in the workplace and the community and to improve the quality of life? Consider Environmental Health Science (EHS), a field where Clarkson has a nearly 100 percent placement record.

In addition to the undergraduate program, Clarkson also offers graduate degrees in environmental science and engineering.

EHS involves the recognition, evaluation and control of health hazards in work and community environments.

Environmental health scientist apply their knowledge of chemistry, physiology, toxicology, physics and engineering to identify and eliminate workplace and environmental hazards. Companies are expanding their efforts to anticipate, recognize, evaluate and control exposure to chemical, biological, ergonomic and physical agents that harm workers and decrease productivity.

Clarkson has one of the few undergraduate programs for environmental health science/industrial hygiene in the country. Our program is distinctive in the way it integrates biology, chemistry, engineering and business courses. It was designed that way in 1984, when it became one of the nation's first EHS programs.

Your training at Clarkson will position you to make an immediate impact in helping eliminate health hazards — by changing workplace practices, adding controls, or by recommending special clothing or equipment. Demand is high for these skills in small and large businesses, government agencies, the armed forces, and consulting firms. In addition, EHS provides a strong foundation for admission to medical and veterinary school. It is also excellent preparation for a career in physical therapy.

EHS students also join award-winning teams in Clarkson's program called SPEED (Student Projects for Engineering Experience and Design) as they compete in national competitions. Among the most successful is our Environmental Design Team.