Environmental Studies, MS

Learning Goals and Student Learning Outcomes

The following learning goals and outcomes have been established for students pursuing a Master of Science degree in Environmental Studies.

Communication and Leadership Skills

  • Create written communication that represents clarity of thought, expression, style, and usage
  • Design and produce oral presentations that interpret and present information in an effective manner
  • Demonstrate effective team leadership in a diverse environment

Interpret, Analyze, and Synthesize

  • Analyze sustainability through social, economic, and ecological lenses
  • Evaluate challenges and develop effective solutions to complex problems

Information and Research Skills and Knowledge

  • Apply quantitative and qualitative methods as appropriate to environmental research
  • Utilize information resources and technology to organize and evaluate environmental research

Ethics

  • Evaluate situations in terms of ethical standards and practices
  • Exemplify professional conduct characterized by ethical standards