Graduate Academic Degree Programs
Master of Science in Environmental and Occupational Health Science
This graduate program in Environmental and Occupational Health Science is designed to provide graduate education for careers focused on the protection of human health and prevention of health hazards in occupational and natural environments. A key component of the program is to understand how exposure to environmental and occupational hazards occurs and discovering ways to reduce and control the risk of exposure. This program is designed for working professionals and students desiring opportunities with industry, consulting firms, government agencies, and other environmental and occupational health science professions. This program requires 36 graduate credit hours.
Masters of Science in Geoscience
The graduate program in Geoscience provides advanced professional training for careers
as hydrologists, environmental resource managers, city and regional planners, engineering
geologists, geophysical and geochemical geologists, meteorologists and climatologists,
earth science teachers, Geographic Information Systems (GIS) specialists, consultants
in business and industry, and professional educators. The program also provides a
scientific foundation for graduate students who plan to continue advanced studies
leading to the Ph.D. The program is housed in the Department of Earth, Environmental,
& Atmospheric Sciences.
Global Pathways to Sustainability Certificate
The Global Pathways to Sustainability graduate certificate prepares professionals working in organizations and institutions to understand the complex environmental and social problems and apply community-based solutions. The certificate offers a multidisciplinary study of the environmental, social, and policy dimensions of sustainability. Students will gain an understanding of theoretical and practical aspects of sustainability and will participate in community-based projects. The program consists of 15 hours, including two core courses, SUST 512 and SUST 514, and three electives drawn from three categories: social and human impact; environmental health and education; and policy and practice. Courses may be taken in any order, but students are encouraged to take the two core courses early in the certificate program.