
Overview
The department also offers a dual degree option: the Master of Science in Soil, Water and Environmental Science and a Master of Arts in Journalism. Soil, Water and Environmental Science degree offered by The University of Arizona graduates with the dual MS/MA degrees would be able to make important contributions not only to discussions within news organizations about the ways in which information about science should be gathered and evaluated, but also discussions in the fields of science and journalism about the ways in which this information influences public perceptions and public policy, and therefore the effects of science on society.
Department
The SWES department strongly supports attendance at professional meetings. Student presentations at meetings and student publications are likewise encouraged. Numerous workshops on topics ranging from the Internet to scientific writing are regularly available.
In addition to graduate student-sponsored activities, various departmental events, such as departmental picnics and weekly seminars, provide students with opportunities to meet and socialize with colleagues.
With a M.S. in Environmental Science, students will be prepared for careers in business and industry, governmental agencies, educational institutions, and private consulting firms.
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Each student is responsible for submitting a Responsible Conduct of Research form, and in conjunction with their Major Professor, for developing a written Plan of Study. The Plan of Study is to be submitted to the Graduate College by the end of the second semester in residence. The Plan must identify
- courses the student intends to transfer from other institutions
- courses already completed at The University of Arizona that the student intends to apply toward the graduate degree
- additional courses the student plans to complete to fulfill degree requirements
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Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
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Soil Science Hydrology & Water Management View 116 other Masters in Hydrology & Water Management in United StatesExplore more key information
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General requirements
- ALL applicants must be accepted for admission to both The Department of Environmental Science and The University of Arizona Graduate College. Minimum eligiblity requirements for admission to The Graduate College include completion of a bachelor's degree or an equivalent degree and a 3.000 grade point average on a 4.000 grade scale.
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33600 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 33600 USD for the full programme during 12 months. -
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13400 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 13400 USD for the full programme during 12 months.
Living costs for Tucson
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Funding
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