| Overall Rating | Silver |
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| Overall Score | 49.88 |
| Liaison | Karen Marin-Hines |
| Submission Date | Feb. 29, 2024 |
Texas Tech University
AC-4: Graduate Program
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
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3.00 / 3.00 |
Karen
Marin-Hines Campus Sustainability Officer Operations |
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Majors and degree programs
Yes
Name of the sustainability-focused graduate-level degree program:
The Professional Science Master's degree in Environmental Sustainability and Natural Resource Management
A brief description of the graduate-level degree program:
The Professional Science Master's degree (PSM) in Environmental Sustainability and Natural Resource Management is an interdisciplinary online degree that prepares graduates for science careers in business, government, or nonprofit sectors, and focuses on sustainability science as it applies to natural resources and the environment.
Website URL for the graduate-level degree program:
Additional degree programs (optional)
Master of Science in Wildlife, Aquatic, and Wildlands Science and Management
None
A brief description of the graduate degree program (2nd program):
The Non-Thesis M.S. in Wildlife, Aquatic, and Wildlands Science and Management is a more in-depth exploration of what science is and how it is used in the natural resources fields. The customized coursework is designed to enhance training and skills for management and career-related jobs. The student's role is to attain a more thorough understanding of how science is used to address natural resource problems.
Website URL for the graduate degree program (2nd program):
Name of the sustainability-focused, graduate-level degree program (3rd program):
Arid Land Studies MS
None
A brief description of the graduate degree program (3rd program):
The Master of Science in Arid Land Studies (MSALS) is a unique interdisciplinary graduate program designed to prepare students for international, arid lands-oriented careers in natural resources, environmental issues, and economic and social factors. The interdisciplinary nature of this program is ideal for students who wish to expand their knowledge in different areas of study rather than specialize in a single discipline. The program must be related to sustainable use and management of drylands. MSALS students may choose the thesis option (24 hours of graduate coursework plus 6 hours of thesis and 6 hours of research credit) or the 36-hour non-thesis plan.
Website URL for the graduate degree program (3rd program):
The name and website URLs of all other sustainability-focused graduate-level degree programs:
Environmental Design MS, Environmental Engineering MEV, Environmental Toxicology MS & PhD, Horticulture Science MS, Landscape Architecture MLA, Wind Science & Engineering PhD https://ttugradschool.force.com/admissions/programs
Minors, concentrations and certificates
Yes
Name of the graduate-level sustainability-focused minor, concentration or certificate:
Soil Management Certificate
A brief description of the graduate minor, concentration or certificate:
Upon successful completion of the online Soil Management Certificate, students will be awarded a Soil Management Certificate from Texas Tech University that enables them to become a certified soil scientist. The coursework, including topics such as soil chemistry, physics, and classification, meets the educational requirements of The Natural Resource Conservation Service. This certificate can be pursued independently or concurrently with a master's degree program.
Website URL for the graduate minor, concentration or certificate:
Additional minors, concentrations and certificate programs (optional)
Horticulture and Landscape Management
None
A brief description of the graduate minor, concentration or certificate (2nd program):
The online Horticultural Landscape Management Certificate covers topics including arboriculture, nursery management, turfgrass science, and landscape architecture. This certificate program addresses a need in the green industry to help professionals update their credentials.
Website URL for the graduate minor, concentration or certificate (2nd program):
Name of the graduate-level sustainability-focused minor, concentration or certificate (3rd program):
Wind Energy Graduate Certificate
None
A brief description of the graduate minor, concentration or certificate (3rd program):
The Graduate Wind Energy Certificate offers professionals post-baccalaureate level training options in six topic areas relevant to the industry. You may choose to take individual courses or complete five of the class offerings and obtain a Graduate Certificate in Wind Energy. The program has been specifically designed for non-technical professionals who wish to assume managerial responsibilities in the wind energy industry.
Website URL for the graduate minor, concentration or certificate (3rd program):
None
The name and website URLs of all other graduate-level, sustainability-focused minors, concentrations and certificates:
https://www.depts.ttu.edu/architecture/acad-admissions/certificates.php
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