The Curriculum
The MS in Environmental Science is a 33–35 credit program that can be
completed on either a full- or part-time basis. Most classes are held in the
afternoon or evening to accommodate working professionals.
We seek students from a diverse scientific background. Coursework in biology and
chemistry is strongly recommended, but other scientific training will be considered.
College-level physics and calculus are recommended but not required.
Elective courses allow students to concentrate on a particular area of expertise,
such as toxicology, plant ecology, water science and hydrology, conservation
biology, and geographical information systems.
Scholarship opportunities and competitive graduate assistantships are available
for qualified candidates.
Semester/Courses Credits
Fall 1
610 Environmental Science I 3
Elective 3–4
Elective 3–4
Total Credits 9–11
Spring 1
611 Environmental Science II 3
623 Research and Statistical Methods 3
624 Environmental Science Policy and Politics 3
Total Credits 9
Fall 2
622 Quantitative Analytical Methods in Environmental Science 4
790 Environmental Science Seminar 1
Elective 3–4
Elective 3–4
Total Credits 11–13
Spring 2
792 Research 1 3
Total Credits 3
Total
32–36
91
%
of Dyson College of Arts and Sciences
graduates from the class of 2018 are
employed, continuing their education, or are
doing volunteer or military service.
