The Master of Science in Environmental Science and Management offers a comprehensive curriculum that consists of 36 total credits, ensuring a robust educational experience for students. This program places significant emphasis on vital areas such as regulatory compliance and the crucial aspects of pollution prevention and control. Students can opt for a concentration in one of three areas of study.

The Traditional concentration in our ESM program transcends mere theoretical knowledge, placing a strong emphasis on practical skills and expertise essential for navigating the intricate landscape of environmental science and management regulations.

For those driven by a passion for the conservation of biodiversity and the preservation of ecosystems, our Conservation Biology concentration offers an enthralling pathway. With a strong focus on immersive field studies, you will have unparalleled opportunities to fully immerse yourself in the natural world and explore the intricate dynamics of ecosystems.

Our Research concentration is tailored for students with a desire to delve deeply into a specific research topic and contribute to the advancement of environmental science and management. This concentration presents a unique opportunity to undertake and complete a graduate-level thesis, enabling you to explore your chosen area of interest in profound detail.

Learning Outcomes

  • Regulatory Compliance: Demonstrate understanding of regulatory compliance and pollution prevention and control.

  • Practical Skills: Apply practical skills and expertise essential for environmental science and management regulations.

  • Field Studies: Conduct immersive field studies to explore and understand the dynamics of ecosystems (Conservation Biology concentration).

  • Thesis Research: Undertake and complete a graduate-level thesis, contributing to the advancement of environmental science and management (Research concentration).

  • Environmental Conservation: Apply knowledge and skills in the conservation of biodiversity and ecosystems (Conservation Biology concentration).

  • Research Proficiency: Develop proficiency in conducting detailed research on specific environmental topics (Research concentration).

MS in Environmental Science and Management - 36 credits


Traditional Concentration Curriculum:

Foundation Courses (19 Credits)

  • ENVI 533W: Writing for Env Professionals
  • ENVI 552: Environmental Chemistry
  • ENVI 672: Environmental Biology
  • ENVI 531: Environmental Management
  • ENVI 537: Environmental Conflict Resolution & Problem Solving
  • ENVI 544: Public Policy & Environmental Politics
  • ENVI 540: Environmental Law
  • ENVI 549: Fate & Transport
  • ENVI 670: Environmental Toxicology

Choose two of the following:
  • ENVI 570: Air Pollution Prevention & Control
  • ENVI 571: Water Pollution Prevention & Control
  • ENVI 572: Solid/Hazardous Waste Pollution Prevention & Control
  • Elective Courses (5 Credits)
  • 2 Internships or a Graduate Thesis (0 Credits)

Research Concentration Curriculum:

Foundation Courses (19 Credits)

  • ENVI 533W: Writing for Env Professionals
  • ENVI 552: Environmental Chemistry
  • ENVI 672: Environmental Biology
  • ENVI 520: GIS for Environmental Professionals
  • ENVI 699: Graduate Seminar in Environmental Science


Choose one of the following:

  • ENVI 531: Environmental Management
  • ENVI 544: Public Policy & Environmental Politics
  • Elective Courses (9-12 Credits)
  • Research (9-12 Credits)
  • 2 Internships or a Graduate Thesis (0 Credits)

Conservation Biology Concentration:

Foundation Courses (19 Credits)

  • ENVI 533W: Writing for Env Professionals
  • ENVI 552: Environmental Chemistry
  • ENVI 672: Environmental Biology
  • ENVI 531: Environmental Management
  • ENVI 537: Environmental Conflict Resolution & Problem Solving
  • ENVI 544: Public Policy & Environmental Politics
  • ENVI 540: Environmental Law

Concentration Courses (9 Credits)

  • ENVI 520: GIS for Environmental Professionals
  • ENVI 650: Conservation Biology


Choose two of the following:

  • ENVI 566: Terrestrial Field Biology
  • ENVI 592W: Stream Field Biology
  • ENVI 594: Environmental Sampling & Analyses
  • Elective Courses (8-9 Credits)
  • 2 Internships or a Graduate Thesis (0 Credits)