SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry

Aquatic and Fisheries Science

Aquatic and fisheries science is the study of aquatic ecosystems to increase scientific understanding and to apply this knowledge to their management and conservation, thereby sustaining them for multiple uses.

Biochemistry

Students build a strong foundation in general chemistry, general biology, physical, and organic chemistry prior to choosing directed and professional electives relevant to career tracks in biochemistry, biotechnology, chemistry or health.

Bioprocess Engineering

The graduate program allows students to investigate a diverse range of topics in the area of pulp and paper design, process and product development, and manufacturing, as well as the production of chemicals, energy and other products from sustainable raw material sources using both chemical and biological methods.

Bioprocess Engineering

The bioprocess engineering program prepares students for careers as engineers in the bioprocess or biotechnology industry, filling positions that are typically filled by chemical engineers with additional training.

Bioprocess Engineering (M.P.S.)

The graduate program allows students to investigate a diverse range of topics in the area of pulp and paper design, process and product development, and manufacturing, as well as the production of chemicals, energy and other products from sustainable raw material sources using both chemical and biological methods.

Bioprocess Engineering (M.S.)

The graduate program allows students to investigate a diverse range of topics in the area of pulp and paper design, process and product development, and manufacturing, as well as the production of chemicals, energy and other products from sustainable raw material sources using both chemical and biological methods.

Biotechnology

Biotechnology is the application of biological organisms, cells, or molecules to produce a product or service for the betterment of humankind.

Chemical Engineering

Chemical engineering is a versatile program and one of the most broadly-based engineering disciplines.

Chemistry

Chemistry

Students first receive a strong foundation in analytical, physical, organic and inorganic chemistry before selecting one of three options leading to the degree: biochemistry and natural products, environmental chemistry, and natural and synthetic polymer chemistry.

Chemistry (M.P.S.)

Chemistry (M.S.)

Climate & Sustainability Leadership

The Advanced Certificate in Climate & Sustainability Leadership is a science-based leadership and management-oriented certificate for emerging professionals who work on greenhouse gas emissions reduction, climate adaptation, and sustainability projects.

Conservation Biology

Conservation biology is the application of science to conserve the earth's imperiled species and ecosystems.

Construction Management

The program is distinguished by a strong emphasis on project-based learning, a unique focus on sustainability, a hands-on laboratory environment, and a strong relationship with Syracuse University.

Environmental and Forest Biology

Environmental Biology department offers MS, MPS and PhD in Environmental and Forest Biology with areas of research designed to provide a strong background and focus to students pursuing different research topics.

Environmental and Forest Biology (M.P.S.)

Environmental Biology department offers MS, MPS and PhD in Environmental and Forest Biology with areas of research designed to provide a strong background and focus to students pursuing different research topics.

Environmental and Forest Biology (M.S.)

Environmental Biology department offers MS, MPS and PhD in Environmental and Forest Biology with areas of research designed to provide a strong background and focus to students pursuing different research topics.

Environmental and Forest Chemistry

Environmental and Forest Chemistry (M.P.S.)

The Masters in Professional Studies is a coursework-based program intended for students who need additional courses in Chemistry, but who are not planning on pursuing a research career in the field.

Environmental and Forest Chemistry (M.S.)

Environmental and Natural Resources Conservation

The program provides students with the scientific theory and applied skills necessary for a technical career in the environmental and natural resources sector, including training in plant and tree identification, land surveying, natural resources measurements, and geospatial applications.

Environmental Biology

Environmental Biology

The curriculum is built around a core of required courses that provides a general education, a background in the principles of biological and physical science, and an orientation to natural resources and other environmental concerns.

Environmental Biology (M.P.S.)

Environmental Biology (M.S.)

Environmental Decision Making

The Certificate of Graduate Study in Environmental Decision Making is designed for graduate students at ESF and those enrolled in law, management, public administration, or information studies programs at Syracuse University. It provides an exposure to specialized environmental study that is relevant to students with related professional interests.

Environmental Education and Interpretation

Environmental education teaches people of all ages about the natural environment so they can make informed decisions on how to care for it, while interpretation reveals meanings and relationships about natural, cultural, historical, and recreational resources.

Environmental Health

Environmental health focuses on the study of how people interact with their environment - the air and water around us, the plants and animals we encounter, and the workplaces and homes where we spend much of our lives.

Environmental Justice and Inequality

The Certificate of Advanced Study in Environmental Justice and Inequality is designed to equip people interested in social and justice issues, including environmental professionals, community leaders, and advocates, with the analytical skills to deeply engage existing research and evidence on the unique environmental vulnerabilities faced by marginalized communities.

Environmental Leadership

The graduate certificate of advanced study in Environmental Leadership equips decision-makers, managers, facilitators, advocates, and community leaders with the skills and understanding to address complex environmental challenges.

Environmental Leadership, Justice, and Communication

The Online MPS in Environmental Leadership, Justice, and Communication is a 30-credit-hour experience focused on developing analytical capacities and problem-solving skills for environmental professionals, community leaders, decision makers, and advocates.

Environmental Resource Engineering

Environmental Resources Engineering

The ERE Department offers three graduate degrees: the master of professional studies, the master of science, and the doctor of philosophy degrees. ERE graduate students apply science and engineering to the conservation, restoration, holistic development, and improved utilization of the natural environment and its related resources.

Environmental Resources Engineering

The program prepares graduates to operate with professional competence in environmental resources engineering, with a broad base of study in engineering fundamentals focused on the use and protection of soil, water, air, and other resources.

Environmental Resources Engineering (M.E.)

Environmental Resources Engineering (M.P.S.)

The ERE Department offers three graduate degrees: the master of professional studies, the master of science, and the doctor of philosophy degrees. ERE graduate students apply science and engineering to the conservation, restoration, holistic development, and improved utilization of the natural environment and its related resources.

Environmental Resources Engineering (M.S.)

The ERE Department offers three graduate degrees: the master of professional studies, the master of science, and the doctor of philosophy degrees. ERE graduate students apply science and engineering to the conservation, restoration, holistic development, and improved utilization of the natural environment and its related resources.

Environmental Science

The Graduate Program in Environmental Science (GPES) supports interdisciplinary environmental research and teaching at SUNY ESF and offers unique graduate programs that serve the needs of our students.

Environmental Science

The curriculum provides a strong foundation in the sciences and introduces students to the interdisciplinary breadth of environmental science through core courses dealing with the geographical, physical, social and living environments.

Environmental Science (M.P.S.)

The Graduate Program in Environmental Science (GPES) supports interdisciplinary environmental research and teaching at SUNY ESF and offers unique graduate programs that serve the needs of our students.

Environmental Science (M.S.)

The Graduate Program in Environmental Science (GPES) supports interdisciplinary environmental research and teaching at SUNY ESF and offers unique graduate programs that serve the needs of our students.

Environmental Studies

ESF's Environmental Studies graduate programs integrate social, cultural, and environmental knowledge and skills to address the challenges of the 21st century.

Environmental Studies

An interdisciplinary program addressing fundamental environmental challenges such as environmental governance, participatory democracy, sustainable development, and ecological sustainability.

Environmental Studies (M.P.S.)

ESF's Environmental Studies graduate programs integrate social, cultural, and environmental knowledge and skills to address the challenges of the 21st century.

Environmental Studies (M.S.)

ESF's Environmental Studies graduate programs integrate social, cultural, and environmental knowledge and skills to address the challenges of the 21st century.

Forest Ecosystem Science

The degree is based on a vision that combines professional competency in forest management skills with an enhanced understanding of ecological sciences.

Forest Health

Forest Health is a multidisciplinary and collaborative field of study that involves the understanding, monitoring, and protection of the world's forest resources.

Forest Management and Operations

The Master of Forestry (MF) graduate degree program enables students to integrate knowledge and expertise drawn from both the natural and social sciences, and to apply their knowledge to solve practical forest management problems.

Forest Resources Management

The SRM graduate program prepares students for careers in resource administration, management, scientific research, professional education, and a variety of other specialized positions related to the sustainable management of natural and built systems and resources.

Forest Resources Management

Forest resources management is an integration of forest ecology and biology, forest measurements, forest policy and administration, and courses to predict and evaluate the effects of manipulation.

Forest Resources Management (M.P.S.)

The SRM graduate program prepares students for careers in resource administration, management, scientific research, professional education, and a variety of other specialized positions related to the sustainable management of natural and built systems and resources.

Forest Resources Management (M.S.)

The SRM graduate program prepares students for careers in resource administration, management, scientific research, professional education, and a variety of other specialized positions related to the sustainable management of natural and built systems and resources.

Forest Technology

A degree that provides students with knowledge of the field practice of forest management, the ability to communicate effectively with professional and paraprofessional personnel, and an understanding of the physical, biological and quantitative aspects of forestry.

Landscape Architecture

A fully accredited professional program in landscape architecture.

Landscape Architecture (M.L.A.)

A three-year program for students who have no design or planning background leads to the fully accredited professional degree of Master of Landscape Architecture (M.L.A.).

Landscape Architecture (M.S.)

The M.S. in Landscape Architecture program serves the advanced professional, and therefore, course requirements do not address foundation professional courses in landscape architecture.

Land Surveying Technology

Students obtain a sound technical background in fundamental land surveying principles, techniques and skills, becoming well-rounded technical specialists capable of teamwork, communication and problem solving.

Natural Resources Management

The Natural Resources Management program focuses on both the underlying theory and on-the-ground application of practices to achieve sustainable outcomes in natural resource systems. Because management practices and decisions arise from the combination of ecological knowledge, economic considerations and landowner/manager objectives and/or policies, research opportunities in management are interdisciplinary by nature.

Natural Resources Management

The educational program, leading to the professional degree in Natural Resources Management, is accredited by the Society of American Foresters under Natural Resources and Ecosystem Management.

Natural Resources Management (M.P.S.)

The Natural Resources Management program focuses on both the underlying theory and on-the-ground application of practices to achieve sustainable outcomes in natural resource systems. Because management practices and decisions arise from the combination of ecological knowledge, economic considerations and landowner/manager objectives and/or policies, research opportunities in management are interdisciplinary by nature.

Natural Resources Management (M.S.)

The Natural Resources Management program focuses on both the underlying theory and on-the-ground application of practices to achieve sustainable outcomes in natural resource systems. Because management practices and decisions arise from the combination of ecological knowledge, economic considerations and landowner/manager objectives and/or policies, research opportunities in management are interdisciplinary by nature.

Paper and Biomaterials Engineering

Paper and Biomaterials Engineering

Paper and Bioprocess Engineering

The graduate program allows students to investigate a diverse range of topics in the area of pulp and paper design, process and product development, and manufacturing, as well as the production of chemicals, energy and other products from sustainable raw material sources using both chemical and biological methods.

Paper and Bioprocess Engineering (M.P.S.)

The graduate program allows students to investigate a diverse range of topics in the area of pulp and paper design, process and product development, and manufacturing, as well as the production of chemicals, energy and other products from sustainable raw material sources using both chemical and biological methods.

Paper and Bioprocess Engineering (M.S.)

The graduate program allows students to investigate a diverse range of topics in the area of pulp and paper design, process and product development, and manufacturing, as well as the production of chemicals, energy and other products from sustainable raw material sources using both chemical and biological methods.

Paper Engineering

The paper engineering program is a chemical engineering-based curriculum designed to provide greater depth in fiber and paper processing for students preparing for an engineering career in the pulp, paper and allied industries.

Paper Science and Engineering

The graduate program allows students to investigate a diverse range of topics in the area of pulp and paper design, process and product development, and manufacturing, as well as the production of chemicals, energy and other products from sustainable raw material sources using both chemical and biological methods.

Paper Science and Engineering (M.P.S.)

The graduate program allows students to investigate a diverse range of topics in the area of pulp and paper design, process and product development, and manufacturing, as well as the production of chemicals, energy and other products from sustainable raw material sources using both chemical and biological methods.

Paper Science and Engineering (M.S.)

The graduate program allows students to investigate a diverse range of topics in the area of pulp and paper design, process and product development, and manufacturing, as well as the production of chemicals, energy and other products from sustainable raw material sources using both chemical and biological methods.

Renewable Materials Science

The renewable materials science program educates students in the science of materials and products made from renewable resources, providing in-depth knowledge of materials such as wood, paper, modern packaging materials, and natural fiber materials.

Science and Environmental Communication and Public Relations Management

The certificate of advanced study in Science and Environmental Communication and Public Relations Management prepares current and future environmental professionals, decision-makers, and engaged citizens to communicate effectively, as well as to analyze and assess factors influencing public perceptions of environment, science, and risk.

Science & Environmental Communication and Public Relations Management

Sustainability Management

A fully online Bachelor of Science completion program that integrates discipline- and career-focused knowledge, skills, and perspectives based on the three pillars of sustainability.

Sustainable Construction Management

Sustainable Construction Management (M.P.S.)

Sustainable Construction Management (M.S.)

Sustainable Energy

The Sustainable Energy (SE) graduate program enables students to focus on energy resource management and policy research with a strong foundation in the social and biophysical sciences.

Sustainable Energy Management

The program introduces students to a wide range of energy markets and resources (e.g., fossil fuels, electricity, renewable and sustainable energy resources) while maintaining substantial flexibility for student-centered learning.

Sustainable Energy (M.P.S.)

The Sustainable Energy (SE) graduate program enables students to focus on energy resource management and policy research with a strong foundation in the social and biophysical sciences.

Sustainable Energy (M.S.)

The Sustainable Energy (SE) graduate program enables students to focus on energy resource management and policy research with a strong foundation in the social and biophysical sciences.

Sustainable Engineering Management

The program in Sustainable Engineering Management allows students to investigate a variety of science and engineering topics together with courses in business, management, policy, law and other fields to form a Professional Science Master's program (PSM) recognized by the Council of Graduate Schools.

Wildlife Science

Wildlife science is the application of ecological knowledge in a manner that strikes a balance between the needs of wildlife populations and the needs of people.

Wood Science

Wood Science (M.P.S.)

Wood Science (M.S.)