The Earth System Science & Policy Department at the University of North Dakota is accepting applications for its graduate program. Students can apply for one of three degrees:
1. Masters of Environmental Management- an applied degree for students interested in a potential career path in natural resources management, non-profit organizations, local government, environmental impact assessment, etc. An internship is required to complete the degree. 2. Masters of Earth System Science & Policy- a traditional thesis research driven degree for students interested in advanced academic training and career options beyond. 3. PhD in Earth System Science & Policy- a traditional dissertation research driven degree for students interested in advanced academic training and career options beyond. All three ESSP degree options provide students with skills training in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), public speaking, interdisciplinary team building and problem solving, as well as theory and practice in addressing sustainability issues. Tuition waivers are available on a competitive basis; research assistantships are available periodically, dependent on available funding. For more information about ESSP please visit our website or email the graduate director. For questions about specific research opportunities, please email faculty directly; their contacts can be found on the ESSP website. -ESSP department website- http://essp.und.edu/ -Graduate Director- Xiaodong Zhang <zh...@aero.und.edu> -To apply directly, visit UND My Gradspace- http://graduateschool.und.edu/my-gradspace.cfm