Research Methods in Environmental Science

Graduate

Exploration of the history and philosophy of science, expectations of students and supervisors, practical approaches to research in Environmental Science, publishing, and critical review. Students complete a research proposal, research grant application, and/or manuscript from current or past research. Students meet weekly to explore topics, and review and critique the work of others. Proposals and applications are presented and defended. Antirequisite(s): Credit can be obtained for only one of ENVS 5013 or BIOL 5013. ENVS 5033/ENVS 5043/ENVS 5053 Advanced Topic in Environmental Science Students will choose a course from one of the following subheadings in consultation with their supervisor/supervisory committee: Environmental Contamination; Lacustrine Environmental Science; Coastal Environmental Science; Environmental Science Policy; Environmental Change; Environmental Monitoring, Assessment, Remediation and Restoration; Ecosystems Health; Applied Biodiversity; Legal Issues; Environmental Impact Assessment; Borders, Scale and Environment.