The Master of Environmental Science and Master of Forest Science programs are designed for students wishing to conduct scientific research that contributes basic and applied knowledge. These highly individualized two-year degrees offer a deeper disciplinary focus on forest-related topics (MFS) or other environmental issues (MESc) through formalized training in the philosophy and practice of science. Training is provided through key courses in combination with extended research. Students in the MFS/MESc programs have the opportunity to develop critical research skills, pursue self-directed research, learn and practice grant-seeking strategies, and create a publication-ready master’s thesis to be presented to the broader Yale community.
48 credits, with formal coursework comprising at least 24 credits and Thesis Research comprising of 18 credits. Decisions on the timing for completion of the coursework credits are made by the student and research advisor. Courses may be distributed evenly over two years, or a greater course load may be carried in Year 1 to accommodate research-related travel and fieldwork in Year 2.
Introduction to the MESc and MFS Degrees ( ENV 555 ), is mandatory and a requirement for all incoming MESc/MFS students in their first Fall semester. This course will meet the first 6 weeks of the Fall semester and students will be pre-registered. This course will be graded credit/fail. The goal of this class is to set expectations and discuss general strategies for a successful MESc/MFS experience.
MESc/MFS students are required to complete Qualitative Inquiry for the Human Sciences ( ENV 551 ) or Natural Science Research Methods ( ENV 550 ) in their first semester. Another research methods course may be substituted for ENV 551 or ENV 550 when appropriate and subject to approval of the research advisor.
Students should work with their advisors to select their remaining courses that will support the design, execution, and communication of their Master’s research and that are consistent with their career goals. These courses may be drawn from YSE, as well as from other departments or schools within Yale.
YSE Course Listings
| QS 综合 | 院校 | 学制 | 学费 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 第 22 位 | 墨尔本大学The University of Melbourne | 2年 | 65621澳元/年 |
| 第 28 位 | 悉尼大学The University of Sydney | 1.5年 | 64800澳元/年 |
| 第 32 位 | 多伦多大学University of Toronto | 3 个学期（全日制），注册序列 FWS；6 个学期（非全日制） | - |
| 第 58 位 | 纽约大学New York University | 30学分 | 63,060美元 |
| 第 67 位 | 奥克兰大学The University of Auckland | - | - |
| 第 77 位 | 西澳大学The University of Western Australia | 2年 | 52300澳元/年 |
| 第 90 位 | 哥本哈根大学University of Copenhagen | - | - |
| 第 128 位 | 马来西亚理科大学Universiti Sains Malaysia | 1年 | 6400美元/年 |