Master of Science in Environmental and Ocean Sciences Learning Outcomes

The MS in Environmental and Ocean Sciences at USD provides students with experience and skills for success in their careers or doctoral programs.

Learning outcomes

1. Apply fundamental principles from Environmental and Ocean Sciences to novel questions
2. Conduct independent research in the area of Environmental and Ocean Sciences, including:
   1. Formulate and test scientific hypotheses
   2. Find and critically evaluate appropriate scientific sources for relevance, credibility and perspective
   3. Analyze and interpret scientific data
   4. Critique scientific data and interpretations
   5. Integrate knowledge and practice across foundational content areas
3. Communicate Environmental and Ocean Sciences concepts and experimental results to expert and non-expert audiences, which includes:
   1. Produce and present an audience-appropriate oral presentation that explains a complex scientific concept
   2. Create a manuscript that is appropriate for a scientific publication

For the most updated curriculum and course information, go to the catalog of record.