Masters in Environmental Science
Program Facts
College: College of Science and Mathematics
Major: Environmental Science
Degree Level: Master's
- On-Campus
Credit Hours: 32-36
Duration: 2+ Years
Tuition & Fees
Estimated costs available via the calculator.
Overview
The Master of Science degree in Environmental Science offers built-in flexibility to best suit the needs of our students and their desired career paths. With both thesis and non-thesis options available, this degree works for students in any stage of their careers.
With affiliations with the Texas Institute for Applied Environmental Research (TIAER), Texas A&M AgriLife, the Center for Agribusiness Excellence (CAE), and others, the interdisciplinary Environmental Science master’s program is focused on addressing issues both locally and globally. With affiliated faculty spanning from engineering to policy, natural resources, biology, and paleoecology, this diverse program with concentrations in natural science and policy is customizable and flexible to meet the needs of professionals and students alike. Hands-on experience in both the field and laboratory is emphasized in this program. Our students are driven to seek answers to the problems of today’s ever-diversifying society.
Courses
The Masters of Science in Environmental Science degree is designed to be versatile depending on the individual student’s level, ability, and degree focus. Consultation should be taken with a Faculty Adviser to guarantee the best courses for a student to take, and which degree track to follow. Note that both the Environmental Sciences and Environmental Social-Policy Tracks have the option to pursue a thesis or non-thesis path.
Offered Concentrations
Thesis or Non-Thesis
Environmental Science Concentration
- The standard-bearer of environmental degrees, the Environmental Science concentration emphasizes the importance of training traditional scientists prepared for the demands of industry and society. Our program allows students to work with a faculty adviser in the area of their choice, with one-on-one tutelage conducting a thesis project. Students often engage in volunteer and internship experiences, and upon graduation, go on to work in one of the many local, regional, or government environmental organizations.
Social Policy
- With ever-increasing complexity of environmental law and management practices, the social policy track offers students the ability to familiarize themselves with this system. Faculty covering a range of disciplines and with expertise ranging from local to international law guide students through this degree, and graduates leave prepared to tackle the intricate challenges of today’s policies.
Learning Outcomes
- Provide students with a solid background in environmental science that they can use to integrate their knowledge across many different areas.
- Provide students with technical skills such as the ability to observe, record, and interpret data.
- Students will gain the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Students will learn how to work in a group setting and develop project management capabilities necessary for a career in Environmental Science.
- Provide students with the scientific knowledge and training to better understand and resolve environmental problems.
Career Outcomes
- Environmental consultant
- Environmental education officer
- Environmental engineer
- Environmental manager
- Marine biologist
- Nature conservation officer
- Sustainability consultant
- Waste management officer
- Water quality scientist
- Landscape architect
- Town planner
- Environmental health practitioner
- Toxicologist
Admissions Requirements
- Admission to Tarleton State University – Graduate Studies
- Meet Program-Specific Requirements
- Obtain a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology, Geology, Chemistry, Hydrology or any other areas related to Environmental Science