Tufts environmental studies program

The growing sophistication of the environmental movement brings new demands to link conservation and preservation, environmental justice, and safety and health in the workplace and community.

The certificate in Community Environmental Studies CES , offered by the Department of Urban and Environmental Policy and Planning , provides professional training for careers in today's evolving environmental field.

The interdisciplinary curriculum is designed to clarify career goals for those who may be considering environmental work, as well as enhance the skills of professionals already in the field. Participants also have access to activities of the Tufts Institute of the Environment TIE , which supports an interdisciplinary network of initiatives including research, conferences, and speakers.

Who Should Apply? The certificate in Community Environmental Studies is open to students with a bachelor's degree and is especially appropriate for:. Students interested in earning a graduate degree often can apply the certificate courses toward a Tufts master's degree in urban and environmental policy and planning. For more information, email certificates tufts. Spring: September 15 international applicants and December 15 domestic applicants Fall: June 1 international applicants and August 1 domestic applicants.

Twelve credits are required to obtain the CES certificate. Most courses are three credits, but the UEP department also offers one-credit modules as noted below. Students must select at least one core course as part of their program of study. CES Course Electives Select up to three skills and environmental policy electives from the following:. Students may substitute other Tufts graduate courses, subject to the approval of the certificate advisor. Course offerings may vary from year to year.

Skip to main content. Community Environmental Studies Dept. Program Description. Application Requirements. Apply Now Request Information Questions about your application? The certificate in Community Environmental Studies is open to students with a bachelor's degree and is especially appropriate for: People in community and environmental organizations who want to increase their environmental expertise Mid-career professionals seeking to apply their skills to environmental work Business people working with communities on environmental issues Students interested in earning a graduate degree often can apply the certificate courses toward a Tufts master's degree in urban and environmental policy and planning.

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