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MS Sustainability Science at Columbia University

Columbia University, United States

Programme overview

The MS in Sustainability Science is for current and aspiring leaders who want to help organizations understand the technical aspects of sustainability, including predicting and addressing environmental impacts. It is offered in person by Columbia's School of Professional Studies in partnership with the Columbia Climate School; students may switch between full-time and part-time each semester.

Faculty: School of Professional Studies  |  Duration: 3 semesters full-time, or up to 9 semesters part-time; 36 credits (twelve courses)  |  Study mode: full-time / part-time  |  Location: New York, NY, United States

What you will study

36 credits (twelve courses) including three required courses, with electives across five areas: Integrative Sustainability Science, Earth Observation and Measurement, Environmental Analysis and Modeling, Scientific Response Tools, and Sustainability Policy and Management. No thesis; students complete a Capstone Workshop in Sustainability Science.

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Application information

Entry requirements

An undergraduate degree is the only formal prerequisite. GRE not required, but scores may be submitted.

Duration: 3 semesters full-time, or up to 9 semesters part-time; 36 credits (twelve courses)

Apply through the official page: https://sps.columbia.edu/admissions

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