{"id":4266,"date":"2022-10-12T14:00:59","date_gmt":"2022-10-12T14:00:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.wilmu.edu\/news\/?p=4266"},"modified":"2025-02-12T11:15:04","modified_gmt":"2025-02-12T16:15:04","slug":"wilmus-new-masters-degree-in-environmental-science-is-a-pathway-to-a-positive-impact","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.wilmu.edu\/news\/2022\/10\/12\/wilmus-new-masters-degree-in-environmental-science-is-a-pathway-to-a-positive-impact\/","title":{"rendered":"WilmU&#8217;s New Master&#8217;s Degree in Environmental Science is a Pathway to a Positive Impact"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>.kadence-column4266_434da1-bc > .kt-inside-inner-col{padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-lg, 3rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-lg, 3rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-lg, 3rem);}.kadence-column4266_434da1-bc > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column4266_434da1-bc > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column4266_434da1-bc > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column4266_434da1-bc > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column4266_434da1-bc > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column4266_434da1-bc > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column4266_434da1-bc{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column4266_434da1-bc > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 991px){.kadence-column4266_434da1-bc > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column4266_434da1-bc dynamic-main-col\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<p>Make a positive impact on your scientific career and the future of life on earth with Wilmington University\u2019s new&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.wilmu.edu\/artsandsciences\/environmental-science-master.aspx\">Master of Science in Environmental Science<\/a>. This cutting-edge, data-driven graduate degree delivers the knowledge, skills and tools necessary to expand your experience in an evolving field of study.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The degree joins WilmU\u2019s suite of career-focused natural science programs, which also include our&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.wilmu.edu\/artsandsciences\/biology.aspx\">Bachelor of Science in Biology<\/a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.wilmu.edu\/artsandsciences\/environmental-science-policy.aspx\">Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science and Policy<\/a>. Developed by&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/blog.wilmu.edu\/news\/2022\/08\/16\/dr-milton-muldrow-jr-collaborates-with-wondrium-to-explain-the-science-of-synthetic-biology\">Dr. Milton Muldrow<\/a>, WilmU\u2019s director of natural science programs, these degrees offer a pathway to entry or advancement in a wide range of science-related occupations.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image4266_431278-7e .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image4266_431278-7e\"><figure class=\"alignleft size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"384\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.test.wilmu.edu\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/environmental-science-and-policy-bs-testimonial-512x640-1-384x480.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-16192\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.wilmu.edu\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/environmental-science-and-policy-bs-testimonial-512x640-1-384x480.jpeg 384w, https:\/\/blog.wilmu.edu\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/environmental-science-and-policy-bs-testimonial-512x640-1-200x250.jpeg 200w, https:\/\/blog.wilmu.edu\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/environmental-science-and-policy-bs-testimonial-512x640-1.jpeg 512w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 384px) 100vw, 384px\" \/><figcaption><em>Dr. Milton Muldrow Jr.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cThe prospects for environmental science positions in this region have really taken off, in state government, industry, and academics,\u201d says Muldrow. \u201cIt\u2019s important for working adults to have access to high-quality, flexible, accessible education opportunities in that field. Here at WilmU, we fill that niche in getting Delaware\u2019s workers to work.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The 11-course master\u2019s degree in Environmental Science, which can be completed in as little as one year, examines the biological and chemical properties of life through training in ecosystem management, environmental chemistry, soil biology, restoration ecology, environmental toxicology and conservation biology.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>An emphasis on the development and use of quantitative skills and mathematics in data science, biometry, and geographic information systems sets WilmU\u2019s environmental science master\u2019s degree apart from others, says Muldrow. In addition, students will apply the principles of analysis, hypothesis testing and experimental design through a six-credit research project.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Master of Science in Environmental Science is available in classrooms at Wilmington University\u2019s Brandywine location as well as 100% online \u2013 with at-home lab kits shipped to students \u2013 to accommodate your schedule. Classes begin every eight weeks, so you never have to wait long to get started.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignright\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wilmu.edu\/dualcredit\/index.aspx\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"291\" height=\"239\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.wilmu.edu\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/28\/2022\/10\/DCALogo.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4268\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.wilmu.edu\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/DCALogo.jpg 291w, https:\/\/blog.wilmu.edu\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/DCALogo-250x205.jpg 250w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 291px) 100vw, 291px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Students in the bachelor\u2019s degree in Environmental Science and Policy program can use WilmU\u2019s&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.wilmu.edu\/dualcredit\/index.aspx\">Dual-Credit ADVANTAGE\u2122<\/a>&nbsp;to accelerate into the master\u2019s program upon graduation. By completing master\u2019s-level coursework as required electives toward the undergraduate degree, they\u2019ll save time as well as tuition dollars.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Delaware high school students with an eye on natural science careers have another early opportunity. By completing their school\u2019s&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.wilmu.edu\/delawarepathways\/index.aspx\">Delaware Pathways in Gene Editing track<\/a>&nbsp;(where available), they can earn three credits toward Wilmu\u2019s bachelor\u2019s degrees in Environmental Science and Policy or Biology.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Take the first step toward our future.&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.wilmu.edu\/health\/indexh.aspx\">Explore WilmU\u2019s natural science degrees<\/a>&nbsp;or apply for enrollment today!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Make a positive impact on your scientific career and the future of life on earth with Wilmington University\u2019s new&nbsp;Master of Science in Environmental Science. 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