The 21st century faces critical environmental challenges such as climate change, biodiversity loss, soil degradation, air pollution, and increasing resource scarcity. These issues highlight the urgent need for sustainable resource management.

About the ESSMER Program:

The BSc program in Earth Sciences and Sustainable Management of Environmental Resources (ESSMER) at Constructor University is designed to tackle these challenges. This interdisciplinary science major focuses on phenomena and processes occurring at the Earth's surface. Students gain a comprehensive understanding of the Earth system, human interactions with land, atmosphere, oceans, and biosphere, and the management of vital resources such as water, soils, biological and energy resources, and minerals.

Curriculum and Foundation:

The ESSMER program is grounded in key science disciplines, leveraging methodologies from Earth sciences and data management combined with sustainability and resource management concepts. The curriculum includes:

• Geology
• Environmental Science
• Digital Geoscience

These are complemented by essential tools and concepts from geochemistry, geodata analysis, data management, and sustainability economics. The modular structure allows integration of optional courses from social sciences (e.g., economics and management) and life sciences (e.g., biochemistry, cell biology, and microbiology), emphasizing a multidisciplinary approach to environmental topics.

Skills and Knowledge:

Graduates of the ESSMER program acquire the skills and knowledge to address pressing environmental challenges and research questions. Key areas of focus include:

• Sustainable and responsible exploration of natural resources
• Understanding the short- and long-term evolution of Earth's climate and oceans
• Scientific processing and analysis of large volumes of digital Earth data
• Addressing anthropogenic impacts on the natural environment

Ideal Candidates:

The ESSMER program is perfect for proactive, engaged students passionate about the Earth, its dynamics, and human impacts. It suits those who enjoy outdoor work and are eager to solve real-world problems while considering the economic consequences of their actions.

4C Model:

The undergraduate program at Constructor University spans three years and awards 180 credit points, equipping students for diverse career opportunities.

Central to the program is the “4C Model,” which organizes disciplinary content into three themes aligned with each academic year: CHOICE, CORE, and CAREER. Alongside this, the “CONSTRUCTOR Track” runs concurrently, offering multidisciplinary content and vital skills in areas like argumentation, data visualization, societal engagement, and communication.

This curriculum is designed for flexibility, allowing students to customize their education to align with their career aspirations and explore various fields of study. Students also have the option to switch their major within the first year. Additionally, the program includes a mandatory internship and a study-abroad experience during the fifth semester, ensuring students gain practical experience and a global outlook.

Career Perspectives:

Career prospects are outstanding, given the growing need for graduates who possess a solid foundation in Earth and Environmental Sciences, coupled with management skills, to address the critical challenges facing future societies.