Master of Science in Environmental Sciences and Policy - Paleoenvironmental Sciences

Advocate for responsible environmental policy. This emphasis provides interdisciplinary knowledge of paleoenvironmental systems through coursework and thesis research. You'll examine Quaternary geology including glaciation, hydrology, stratigraphy, geomorphology, and paleoclimatology. By applying major theories and methods to reconstruct terrestrial and aquatic biotic communities of the past, you'll discover how and why the climate responds to natural changes and human impacts. Emphasis This degree is an emphasis within the Environmental Sciences and Policy program. This specific emphasis may not be available at every location. Speak with an advisor for more details on availability of this emphasis.

Admission requirements Individual program admission requirements over and above admission to NAU are required. Prerequisite(s) that may be completed concurrently with the program: Science prerequisites include at least one undergraduate chemistry, biology, or ecology course with a lab, though it is possible to be admitted provisionally while completing foundational coursework Recommendation(s)/Reference(s), Resume or Curriculum Vitae. Writing SampleApplicants must have earned a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution and a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 out of a 4.0 scale to be considered for regular admission. Admitted students are expected to have undergraduate educational experiences, including general education studies, that are similar to those required for a baccalaureate at Northern Arizona University. Applicants who have earned their degree(s) from an international institution must submit official transcripts directly from the university or college. The transcripts must be in the original language of the country accompanied by an English translation.