MASTER OF SCIENCE IN
ENERGY POLICY AND CLIMATE
ABOUT THE PROGRAM
The Master of Science in Energy Policy and Climate will prepare the next generation of interdisciplinary professionals to address climate issues and sustainable energy systems. Graduates have a firm grasp of the science related to changing climate and global warming. They also possess deeper insights into energy production, delivery, and consumption for both traditional systems and sustainable/renewable energy alternatives. This program seeks to build in students the technical and management skills needed
ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS
to become highly competent and ethical professionals capable of leading societal responses to the challenges of a changing climate. The curriculum is designed to help students develop an understanding of policy strategies employed at all levels from the local to the international level in response to these challenges. The 10-course program is overseen by a faculty of distinguished instructors with valuable experience in the academic, public, non-governmental, and corporate sectors.
» Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. Meeting the minimum GPA requirement does not guarantee admission. » One semester of undergraduate calculus, statistics, and general chemistry (or equivalent thereof). Applicants without these prerequisites may be offered provisional admission if their other credentials are strong. Prerequisite courses are available or may be taken elsewhere. » It is highly desirable, but not required, that applicants have taken one semester of undergraduate microeconomics or equivalent thereof. » The GRE is not required.
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APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
Please visit energy.jhu.edu for a complete list of application requirements.
CAPSTONE
Students are required to complete a capstone project at the culmination of the program. During the Capstone Project, students engage in research and apply the multidisciplinary knowledge they have acquired during their program of study to a real-world question
FINANCIAL AID
focused on energy and climate issues. Note: EPC students may take up to two courses in another program, approved by their advisor, that can count as electives in this program.
Office of Student Financial Services can provide assistance with: » Understanding the eligibility for federal » For more information, student aid please visit: advanced.jhu.edu/finaid or email aapfinaid@jhu.edu » Determining your federal loans options » Completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
INDUSTRY INSIGHTS
Over two billion people have no, or very limited, access to modern energy systems. For those of us with energy at our fingertips integrating technology, law and policy, economics, and behavior throughout the world is one of the most “big” and “meaningful” challenges of humanity.
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There may be no easy solutions to energy, but there are solutions – solutions that will make millions of lives better today and long into the future. For those who seek challenge and purpose, it is an amazing field to be in.
Daniel S. Zachary Ph.D. Program Director, Energy Policy & Climate 202.663.5976 d.s.zachary@jhu.edu CONTACT ADMISSIONS aapinfo@jhu.edu 202.452.1940 800.847.3330
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