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      Online Master Programs in Environmental Sustainability

      Whether online or in person, master programs exist as an option for students to advance their academic background. Combining traditional courses with research, lab work and a thesis paper, these programs build upon one’s understanding and experience within a chosen field.

      What is a Master in Environmental Sustainability? The material covered in this program represents the applications of environmental science and engineering, potentially covering various industries or life paths. While some courses involve lectures and research on subjects such as biology and ecology, many programs also focus on community service and advocacy, the politics of sustainability initiatives and matters of social justice. Students can expect to engage in real-world sustainability efforts and work in the field to apply their studies.

      Taking a Master in Environmental Sustainability develops valuable life and career skills. Planning and project management are critical, along with practical problem-solving competency. Students also obtain a broader understanding of their communities and hone their interpersonal skills.

      Environmental sustainability programs are highly variable, owing to not only the schools themselves but also community organizations and movements and the student’s own goals. Because of this, students should research the details to know what to expect for tuition and other costs.

      The career opportunities granted by completing a Master in Environmental Sustainability often lead to work in government agencies, think tanks and nonprofit organizations. Sustainability and energy consultants collaborate with businesses and communities to implement policies, while public interest groups act to influence policymakers. Grassroots activists collaborate toward direct action instead, educating and empowering community members to become advocates themselves. A background in media can also allow students to find work as journalists or reporters on environmental matters.

      Many schools offer master’s degrees in environmental sustainability, either explicitly or as a focus for engineering or management programs. Online studies can be taken for coursework, but many programs also require community or fieldwork. To learn more, search for your program below and contact directly the admission office of the school of your choice by filling in the lead form.