Master of Environmental Science and Management (MESM)

UC Santa Barbara (Bren School) · Santa Barbara, United States

Master'sEnvironmental science & managementFull-time

The Bren School's flagship: two years, seven specializations and a client-facing group project in which teams of 4-5 students solve a real environmental problem for a real organisation — or build one, via the Eco-Entrepreneurship track. Bren publishes its network's pull openly: over 70% of graduates land their first job through a Bren School contact, and nearly 100% of MESM students complete a summer internship between the two years.

Key facts

Duration
24 months (2 years)
Language
English
Format
Full-time
Intake
September (fall)

Specialization tracks

Business & SustainabilityCoastal Resources ManagementConservation PlanningEnergy & ClimateEnvironmental PolicyPollution Prevention & RemediationWater Resources Management

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