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Increase knowledge of environmental science and policy that shape northern regions and apply it in the lab and in field settings inside and outside of Alaska.
Develop the skills for scientific research and publication while you are still in school through collaboration on real-world projects with your faculty.
Graduate with an original, publishable thesis project, a professional network and the experience for a career in the environmental science field of your choosing.
The Master of Science in Environmental Science (MSES) is a great option for those seeking careers in the natural sciences as well as working professionals seeking a degree to advance in their workplace and in their career. Work with your faculty advisor to identify your goals and create an individualized program of courses and field experiences to achieve them. The Environmental Science faculty is pursuing a broad range of projects across the sciences. You will work closely with faculty whose research programs and interests align with your own. This program welcomes part-time students.
examines various perspectives and philosophies concerning the natural environment and resource utilization are explored in order to give the student a basis to develop his or her own ethical perspective. The human factor in addressing natural resource issues is emphasized.
is a field-oriented block course that explores the ecology of a tropical region. Emphasis on the structure, function, and biodiversity of natural ecosystems, but logging, agriculture, sustainable development, and conservation are also discussed. This course requires difficult and uncomfortable travel through underdeveloped rural and wilderness areas by minibus, boat, and foot.
introduces students to the principles and techniques necessary for applying remote sensing to diverse issues within environmental science. The course emphasizes a hands-on learning environment with theoretical and conceptual aspects of satellite remote sensing.
I like the flexibility of the program and how hands-on the projects are. I like that APU is a small community. You know all your classmates and professors and they know you, too. I like that there have been opportunities for me to do the things that I’m interested in, like science diving and taking care of the aquariums. -Anne Benolkin, Master of Science, Environmental Science, 2015
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