Master of Science in Environmental Policy
Karen Corey, M.S. candidate
The master of science in environmental policy offers an innovative thematic curriculum, extended internships; close mentorships between students and faculty; and leadership training.
Environmental Policy
The Master of Science in environmental policy program takes place over the course of two years, and includes a 4-6 month internship and a Master's Thesis. Courses are designed to integrate the fundamental concepts and disciplines of environmental science and policy.
Active professionals who have at least five years of postbaccalaureate experience in an environmentally related field may apply for a waiver of the internship, which takes place during the summer and fall semester of the second year. Students with significant, demonstrable professional experience may apply for a waiver of the Communication Strategies course. All students are required to enroll in the Master's Thesis Seminar and Capstone Seminar. A summary of degree requirements can be found here.
Active professionals who have at least five years of postbaccalaureate experience in an environmentally related field may apply for a waiver of the internship, which takes place during the summer and fall semester of the second year. Students with significant, demonstrable professional experience may apply for a waiver of the Communication Strategies course. All students are required to enroll in the Master's Thesis Seminar and Capstone Seminar. A summary of degree requirements can be found here.
Courses
First Semester
| Environmental Science of Natural Environments |
| Natural Resource Economics |
| Environmental Law and Policy 1 |
| Statistics and Econometrics |
Second Semester
| Environmental Science of Built Environments |
| Environmental Economics |
| Environmental Law and Policy 2 |
| Geographic Information Systems |
Third Semester
| Internship (4 months) |
| Master's Thesis Proposal |
Forth Semester
| Master's Thesis Seminar |
| Capstone Seminar |
| Communications Seminar |
| Geographic Information Systems |
Download: Env. Policy Degree (PDF)
