Overview
Program Features
Graduates of the Earth Sciences and Environmental Sustainability - Engineering Sustainable Systems program of the Northern Arizona University will be able to:
- improve the efficiency and effectiveness of engineering processes, products, and education
- understand and apply knowledge in the sustainability contexts of economic viability, environmental compatibility and sustainability, societal impacts and policy development and implications
This emphasis is designed for engineers who are interested in understanding the economic, societal and environmental implications of engineering systems. It provides a strong background in engineering enhanced by understanding future sustainability of our environment, and will prepare you for careers in academia, industry, and governmental organizations.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- The Environmental Science-Policy Interface
- Regional Topics in Earth and Environmental Science and Policy
- Research Methods in Earth and Environmental Science
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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- Fall - Space available basis: July 31
- Spring - Space available basis: November 30
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Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Sustainable Development Sustainable Energy Environmental Sciences View 3 other PhDs in Sustainable Development in United StatesAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- NAU Graduate Online application is required for all programs.
- Undergraduate degree from a regionally accredited institution
- Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = "A"), or the equivalent.
- Transcripts
- English language proficiency
- GRE revised General Test
- 3 letters of recommendation
- Writing sample
- Personal statement or essay
- Resume or curriculum vitae
Tuition Fee
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International
25708 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 25708 USD per year during 24 months. -
National
25708 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 25708 USD per year during 24 months. -
In-State
10480 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 10480 USD per year during 24 months.
Living costs for Flagstaff
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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