The foundation of the program is a core curriculum of courses that provide students with a broad exposure to disciplines that contribute to solutions to water resource problems. Related course work and relevant work experience will be considered, especially for transfer students.
Course work in an area of specialization or exploration completes the program course requirements.
Students who prefer to focus their studies may use these electives as an area of specialization to take a concentration of courses in a single discipline. Students who desire to broaden their backgrounds may use these electives as an area of exploration to take courses in several different disciplines. We strongly encourage all students to minor in some area related to water resources management, for example, Soils, Wildlife, Forestry, Environmental Conservation, Plant Biology, Resource Economics, Community Development, or Earth Sciences to name but a few. Students are encouraged to talk with an advisor as soon as possible to reduce duplication of course work and to plan an efficient and well-balanced program. Students must also complete an internship in some area related to water resource management.