Degree Requirements
For the M.S. in Community Climate Adaptation, the student is required to complete a minimum of 30 graduate credit hours. This includes a required non-credit orientation during the first semester. The Graduate Qualifying Project (GQP) provides a field-based experience to understand climate change impacts; forge pathways to adaptation; and enact community change. GQP’s are carried out in cooperation with local partners and with the approval and oversight of faculty advisors.
Master of Science
Students pursuing an M.S. degree must complete a minimum of 30 graduate credit hours of work: 14 graduate credits of Core courses; 10 graduate credits hours of GQP; and 6 graduate credit hours of electives.
2. Graduate Qualifying Project (10 graduate credits)
3. Elective Courses (minimum 6 graduate credits)
Elective courses may be chosen from the list of courses provided in the program handbook. Courses are selected based on personal interest and experience. Elective courses must be approved by the program committee prior to completion.