The Master of Science in Environmental Science is an interdisciplinary STEM degree preparing students with broad, in-demand skills. Such skills include data science, biometry, geographic information systems, ecosystem management, environmental chemistry, toxicology, and conservation biology. Students will utilize these skills to make a positive impact on the environment.
A distinguishing feature of this program is the strong emphasis on quantitative skills and data science. To that end, all students are required to complete a 6-credit research project applying the principles of experimental design, hypothesis testing, and analysis.
All courses are taught by highly qualified faculty who are practitioners in the field.
Program Competencies:
In addition to the University’s graduate graduation competencies, students will:
1. Apply the scientific method to answer environmental science questions;
2. Utilize theory, law, and scientific principles to analyze environmental issues;
3. Appraise ethical considerations inherent to environmental issues;
4. Assess environmental science issues and propose evidence-based solutions;
5. Analyze qualitative and quantitative data science data to address environmental issues;
6. Demonstrate effective written and oral communication skills.
Degree Requirements
Courses