The Urban Ecology (B.A.) at Hofstra University is designed for students passionate about understanding and shaping the complex relationship between human populations and their natural environments within urban settings. You will explore critical issues such as habitat fragmentation, biodiversity loss in cities, and the development of sustainable urban ecosystems, drawing on core principles of biology, chemistry, and geography. This undergraduate degree provides a robust foundation for those seeking to address the environmental challenges and opportunities unique to metropolitan areas.
This full-time, on-campus program is structured over four years, integrating foundational biology courses like General Ecology and Urban Habitats with essential mathematics, chemistry, and geography subjects. You will develop practical skills through laboratory work and gain real-world experience via an internship in urban ecology. Through coursework in areas like Biostatistics and Conservation Biology, you will graduate prepared for careers in environmental planning, conservation organizations, or further graduate studies in urban environmental science.