ALM in Enviromental Management
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Master’s Thesis
The master’s thesis is an opportunity to synthesize skills and knowledge acquired through courses. You will work with a thesis director to analyze and address significant environmental management issues concerning air, water, climate, sustainability, and ecosystems, and produce documents of publishable quality.
Getting Started on Your Thesis
When you have completed seven courses, including ENVR E-200, consult George Buckley to define your topic, secure a thesis director, and develop a research proposal. Typically it takes six months and several drafts to develop an acceptable proposal. Thesis directors can be Harvard faculty members, active Harvard principal investigators, or suitable professionals. Complete the following steps once your proposal has been approved by George Buckley:
- Submit your approved research proposal to Stephen Blinn.
- Register after receiving a letter of authorization from the Dean of Continuing Education. Tuition for the thesis is $1,825.
The thesis takes nine to 12 months to complete. Note the thesis deadlines for graduation in November, March, and June.
When to register. International students with I-20 certificates from the Extension School should meet with the research advisor before completing the sixth course and must register for the thesis during the regular registration periods. All other students may register for the thesis throughout the year. To receive credit for the thesis in the fall term, register by December 9; to receive credit in the spring term, register by April 20. Thereafter, you will be registered in the summer term and may pay a higher tuition.
