Master of Science in Environmental Science and Management
Erie, USA
MSc
DURATION
4 semesters
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
About: The Master of Science in Environmental Science and Management at Gannon University focuses on outdoor and indoor environmental challenges. It offers two options: Environmental Health & Safety and Environmental Management, which blends environmental science with business courses for leadership roles. Faculty partner with local industry and environmental agencies. Students research the Great Lakes, study microplastics and pharmaceuticals, use the water research vessel Environment, and access internships with local industry, government, and nonprofits.
Career Outcomes: Graduates enter agriculture, manufacturing, mining, water and wastewater treatment, reclamation, consulting, government, and compliance roles. Career opportunities include environmental scientist, safety specialist, compliance officer, and consultant.
The program in Environmental Science and Management is diverse and dynamic, focusing on challenges in both the outdoor and indoor environment. The Department of Environmental Science & Engineering draws upon established relationships with local industries and environmental agencies making Gannon University a regional leader in environmental quality, environmental health, and environmental management.
Two options are offered within the M.S. program: 1.) Environmental Health & Safety and 2.) Environmental Management. Graduates of the Environmental Health & Safety option have the ability to develop and implement technologies to improve and protect both environmental and human health. Many graduates are employed in areas of environmental compliance in the industry, consulting firms, or the government. Students whose career plans are management and administrative in nature may pursue the Environmental Management option. This option combines environmental science courses with business courses in order to prepare students for environmental leadership roles.
What Makes Us Different
- Students benefit from Gannon's location on the shores of Presque Isle Bay and Lake Erie Access to Gannon's water research vessel the Environment.
- Environmental Science and Management students conduct research on the Great Lakes including issues such as microplastics and pharmaceuticals in drinking water.
- Students have numerous local internship opportunities with local industries, governmental agencies, and nonprofit organizations.
A minimum of 30 credits are required for the M.S. degree in both options. Each student's program is crafted to meet the student's individual career needs.
Requirements for the Option in Environmental Health & Safety
- Environmental Research Methods 3
- Environmental Chemistry 3
- Environmental Chemistry Lab 1
- Environmental Toxicology 3
- Environmental Law & Reg. 3
- Principles of Environmental Science & Engineering 3
- Thesis 6-9 or GENV 695 Research Paper or Project 3
Additional GENV electives approved by the program director to satisfy the program requirements of 30 credits.
Requirements for the Option in Environmental Management (30 credits)
Environmental Science Courses (18 credits)
- Environmental Toxicology
- Environmental Law and Regulations
- Industrial Health I or Industrial Safety
- Principles of Environmental Science and Engineering
- Research Paper or Project
- Elective 3 credits
Management Courses (12 credits)
- Management and Marketing Concepts
- Fundamentals of Financial Management
- Technological Environment of Business
- Strategic Planning & Decision Making
- Financial Management & Modeling
- Globally Responsible Leadership
Student Learning Outcomes
- Proficiency in the fundamentals of biology, chemistry, and physics as applied to natural and engineered environmental systems;
- Knowledge of environmental health, science, and engineering fundamentals relevant to the areas of air, water, land, and environmental health;
- Capability to design and conduct experiments for aqueous systems and to collect and analyze data in the environmental health setting;
- Understanding of environmental regulations and the roles of public and private organizations in environmental regulatory compliance;
- Ability to communicate effectively and function as a member on multi-disciplinary teams;
- Advanced knowledge and competency in at least one of the following specializations: water and wastewater treatment, soil and groundwater pollution, environmental modeling, environmental health and safety, or environmental management.
- A knowledge of contemporary environmental issues on a local and global scale.
Employment Outlook
The application of environmental science is felt in essentially every walk of life, including agriculture, manufacturing, mining, water/wastewater treatment, land reclamation, and recreation. Opportunities for employment include not only government and non-profit agencies, but private corporations needing professionals to manage their in-house programs.
