Which Master's degrees does ESM offer, and how are they different?
MS students complete lab or field thesis research, with the goal of developing original scientific research questions to contribute new knowledge in the form of a MS thesis, likely leading to publication of these new findings. This degree typically is a stepping stone to a more traditional research career pathway.
MEM students will complete a project with scope and effort similar to a thesis but with more flexibility of topic and design, including in-depth study of an appropriate problem. Typically, MEM students develop a project in consultation with an agency or organization outside the university. All graduate applicants must arrange to work with a major professor (advisor) before being admitted.
PSM students will complete two graduate certificates in environmentally related areas and complete a project or internship, gaining applied knowledge in the discipline of professional management and practices.