Environmental Engineering (Minor)

What is environmental engineering?

In the environmental engineering minor, you’ll form an understanding of engineering practices that support Earth’s ecosystems, which humans rely on for natural resources, sustenance and pleasure. You’ll receive a comprehensive introduction to protecting ecosystems, infrastructures and the environment from human impacts and natural disasters.You’ll also learn about safeguarding environmental and public health from natural and man-made threats such as chemicals and pathogens in drinking water. Combine this minor with a major in the physical sciences, engineering, government, law or business to enhance your future career or graduate studies.

Why study environmental engineering at UNH?

You’ll develop the skills and knowledge necessary to have a productive career that contributes to sustainable societies. In this program, faculty know each student’s name, and they provide the tools to help every student succeed. Students in the environmental engineering program work on interdisciplinary teams to deliver real-world solutions that increase the sustainability and resilience of human societies.The Coastal Response Research Center and Center for Spills and Environmental Hazards, the New England Water Treatment Technology Assistance Center, and the UNH Stormwater Center all offer dynamic environmental research, testing and educational facilities at UNH.

Potential career areas

• Architecture
• Engineering
• Federal agencies
• Manufacturing
• Nongovernmental organizations
• State and local government