Master of Science in Environmental Science Joint Programs
Master of Public Affairs-MSES (MPA-MSES)
Not only is SPEA’s MPA program is the highest-ranked public affairs program at a public institution, but it also has the highest-ranked environmental policy program at any institution (public or private) in the USA. The dual-degree program combines two of SPEA’s highly regarded programs to provide a distinctive and powerful curriculum.
SPEA’s dual degree prepares graduates for professional careers as scientists, managers, or policy analysts in a multidisciplinary professional environment in which a knowledge of laws and regulatory systems, environmental and natural resource science, policy development, and policy implementation is key to professional success.
Graduates of this program are in successful careers in many areas of national government and governmental agencies, as well as state and local agencies, international organizations, foreign governments, non-governmental organizations and environmental science and engineering consulting firms.
MSES-Doctor of Jurisprudence (MSES-JD)
The combination of a law degree with strong preparation in the environmental sciences is invaluable for the aspiring environmental regulator, litigator, or public interest activist. MSES-JD graduates can critically analyze the science that informs public policymaking for the environment and are better prepared to shape and influence the future of policy.
MSES-MA Biology
Combine environmental science with a biology degree focusing on molecular biology and genetics or evolution, ecology, and behavior.
MSES-MS Geography
Combine environmental science with courses in meteorology, climatology, and geographical research methods.
MSES-MS Geology
Combine environmental science with a geology degree in which possible foci include biogeochemistry; environmental geosciences and hydrogeology; geobiology; stratigraphy and sedimentology; geochemistry, mineralogy, petrology, and economic geology; and geophysics, tectonics, and structural geology.
MSES-MA Journalism
Combine environmental science with reporting and writing or the study of media in society.