Marietta College

Programme overview

The Energy Systems Studies minor is a 23-credit-hour curriculum that introduces students to energy systems across renewable and non‑renewable sources. It combines technical, economic and social perspectives so students can assess generation, transmission, resource use and environmental consequences of energy choices.

What you'll study

• Fundamental concepts of energy systems, including renewable and non‑renewable energy sources
• Generation and transmission technologies and system-level assessment
• Resource utilization and associated environmental impacts
• Social and economic dimensions of energy decision-making
• Sustainability and environmental issues related to global energy systems

Entry requirements

The programme is offered as a minor to Marietta College undergraduates. Specific course and curricular requirements are set out under the college's minor requirements and curriculum for Energy Systems Studies.

Career prospects

The minor prepares students for entry‑level positions in the energy industry, continued study in graduate programmes, roles in government service, and other forms of professional development related to energy and sustainability.

Scholarships & funding angle

Students should consult Marietta College tuition and financial aid resources for funding options; the minor itself is compatible with a liberal arts pathway that can strengthen applications for scholarships, internships, and graduate funding tied to energy, environment, and policy work.