Prerequisites are strictly enforced. Any other courses approved by a coordinator of the Environmental Education Program. Any other courses approved by a coordinator of the Environmental Education Program. See Open-Numbered Graduate Courses on printed catalog page 159 for further information. Degree candidates choose either a thesis or written exam option.
All students complete a practical exam and oral defense .
This program serves students seeking advanced knowledge and skills in environmental science and provides expanded opportunities for careers typically unavailable to students with an undergraduate degree. The environmental science option differs from the school area degree because of its core curriculum, which comprises multidisciplinary courses taught summers and weekends or evening seminars focusing on current issues in environmental science. Degree candidates must complete a thesis and an oral defense. In addition to the above criteria, space and advisor availability may determine acceptance into the program. Applications are reviewed January 15, April 15, and October 15 for entry into the program as early as the following winter, fall, and spring terms, respectively.