Programs Master of Science
The first two options require passing a comprehensive examination based upon the completed graduate course work, and an oral defense of the thesis or project. The comprehensive examination is oral, and is normally combined with the final defense. At the discretion of the MS committee, a student may also be required to pass a written comprehensive examination. Students supported as graduate research assistants and all students intending to continue for a Ph.D. degree are required to pursue the thesis option. All other students may elect to pursue either option, following consultation with the faculty advisor. The professional track requires completion of 30 course credits (ten courses) at the 2000 or higher level, within the limitations outlined below. No thesis, project, or comprehensive examination is required. Click here to view the requirements for the professional master for each program area.ConcentrationsClick here to learn more about our Departmental Admissions Requirements. Or click a degree below to learn more about our academic concentrations.
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The Master of Science degrees in Civil and Environmental Engineering
are primarily designed for students with an undergraduate degree in
engineering, although students with other backgrounds can be
accommodated with specially designed programs. An MS degree can be
pursued by a full-time or part-time student in one of three ways: 
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