About the course

Students in the environmental policy analysis and planning (EPAP) major apply coursework in natural sciences to analyze environmental problems and formulate policy options and solutions. Issues of resource quality, pollution, energy use and recreational policy are all addressed by EPAP majors. Students gain skills in the growing areas of environmental impact assessment and geographic information systems. The courses in this major focus on the relationship between humans and the environment. Interdisciplinary coursework includes economics, agricultural economics, political science and sociology. Internships are highly encouraged in this major, as real-world research work is a focus of the program. Students have the option of taking one of seven specializations including city and regional planning, climate change policy, conservation management, energy and transportation planning, environmental policy and politics, integrated policy, and water management.

　　Environmental policy analysis and planning graduates are prepared for employment in environmental, natural resource, energy, and transportation focused public agencies, consulting firms, non-governmental organizations, and businesses, or as legislative aides for elected representatives. The major is also excellent preparation for students who want to go on to graduate work in law, planning, public policy, political science, economics, or business.

　　Students choosing this individualized track must consult with a faculty adviser to identify an area of emphasis within this track and to select four upper division courses with a common theme. Possible areas of emphasis are marine policy, pollutants and the environment, planning in the presence of environmental hazards, sustainable development, or environmental and natural resource economics. If you are considering this track please contact the major adviser as soon as possible. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 8 Semester(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Winter (January), 2024	Davis
Spring (March), 2024	Davis
Fall (September), 2024	Davis
Winter (January), 2025	Davis
Spring (March), 2025	Davis
Fall (September), 2025	Davis
Winter (January), 2026	Davis
Spring (March), 2026	Davis

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of California - Davis

To be considered for freshman admission, you must complete secondary school, earn good grades in academic subjects, and receive a certificate of completion that grants you admission to university-level studies in your country.

　　prospective students must be on track to earn a high school diploma (or equivalent) and meet all UC freshman admission requirements.

　　Score 24 or higher on the ACT English Language Arts (ELA)

　　Score 31 or higher on Writing and Language in the SAT

　　Score 3, 4 or 5 on the AP examination in English Language and Composition, or English Literature and Composition

　　Score 6 or 7 on an IB Standard Level examination in English (Language A only)

　　Score 5, 6 or 7 on an IB Higher Level examination in English (Language A only)

　　IELTS - Score 6.5 or higher

　　TOEFL iBT - Minimum score of 80 or better

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 80.0

　　

Application deadline:

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at University of California - Davis. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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