Master of Science (MSc) in Environmental Science

Total Credits: ~30-36 credits

Core Courses

1. ENVS 5101 - Advanced Environmental Assessment

• - Credits: 3

• - Prerequisites: Undergraduate background in environmental science or related field

• - Description: Techniques for evaluating environmental impacts, risk assessment, and environmental monitoring methods.

2. ENVS 5201 - Climate Adaptation & Resilience

• - Credits: 3

• - Prerequisites: ENVS 1301 or equivalent foundational climate knowledge

• - Description: Strategies for adapting to climate change, enhancing resilience of communities and ecosystems.

3. ENVS 5301 - Environmental Toxicology

• - Credits: 3

• - Prerequisites: ENVS 1401 or equivalent chemistry course

• - Description: Study of toxic substances in the environment, their biological effects, and risk management.

4. ENVS 5401 - Sustainability Science

• - Credits: 3

• - Prerequisites: ENVS 1101 or equivalent foundational course

• - Description: Principles of sustainable development, resource management, and ecological footprint analysis.

5. ENVS 5501 - Environmental Policy Analysis

• - Credits: 3

• - Prerequisites: ENVS 2601 or equivalent policy course

• - Description: Techniques for analyzing environmental policies, regulations, and their socio-economic impacts.

6. ENVS 5601 - Advanced GIS Applications

• - Credits: 3

• - Prerequisites: ENVS 2701 or equivalent GIS experience

• - Description: Advanced spatial analysis, remote sensing, and GIS modeling for environmental applications.

7. ENVS 5701 - Research Design & Ethics

• - Credits: 3

• - Prerequisites: Graduate standing or instructor approval

• - Description: Methodologies for designing scientific research, ethical considerations, and responsible conduct.

8. ENVS 5801 - Graduate Seminar

• - Credits: 2

• - Prerequisites: Graduate standing

• - Description: Presentation and critique of current research, literature review, and emerging topics in environmental science.

9. ENVS 5901 - Master’s Thesis

• - Credits: 6

• - Prerequisites: Completion of coursework and research proposal approval

• - Description: Conduct independent research culminating in a thesis, including data collection, analysis, and defense.

Prerequisites & Electives

Prerequisites Overview:

1. - Foundational knowledge in environmental science, chemistry, GIS, and research methods.

2. - Successful completion of coursework and approval of research proposal.

Elective Courses (Examples):

1. - Renewable Energy & Climate Solutions

2. - Environmental Law & Governance

3. - Marine & Coastal Ecosystems

4. - Environmental Economics & Valuation

5. - Wildlife Conservation & Management

6. - Pollution Prevention & Control

7. - Urban Sustainability & Planning

8. - Ecosystem Services & Restoration

Electives enable students to specialize or deepen their knowledge in specific areas that align with their research or career goals.

This comprehensive list summarizes the MSc program in Environmental Science, including core courses, prerequisites, electives, and the thesis requirement.