Environmental Engineering
Dual MS Degree
The university encourages students with broad
interest to consider a dual-master's option. Students can simultaneously
work on two master's degree, applying to both programs a limited number
of credits (a maximum of 15 to each). Applicants interested in a dual
degree should apply for just one program; once enrolled at Drexel, the
student may then request admission to the second program. The graduate
advisors from both degree programs must approve the student's enrollment,
and they must approve the transfer of credits from one program to another. Applicants considering two degrees are encouraged to contact the appropriate
academic departments.
Bachelor’s/Master’s Dual Degree Program
The BS/MS dual degree is an accelerated program providing the academically
qualified student an opportunity to simultaneously earn both BS and
MS degrees (two diplomas are awarded) in program areas of his/her choice
in five years, the time normally required to finish a bachelor's degree
alone. Because both degrees are completed in the time usually required
for the bachelor's degree, both degrees may be completed at the undergraduate
tuition rate.
The five-year completion period is possible because fewer
undergraduate credits are required for the combined degrees (180 instead
of 192). Also, co-op experience may be adjusted (two co-op periods instead
of three) giving the BS/MS student two additional quarters to take courses. If needed, students may also take evening courses while on co-op.
The program combines the practical work experience of Drexel undergraduate
cooperative education with the graduate credentials of an advanced degree. Students may earn both degrees in the same major, or may complete their
master's degree in a different field. With both an undergraduate and graduate
degree and practical work experience, BS/MS graduates enter the work force
with specialized knowledge and training.
Students interested in the Environmental Engineering BS/MS program, may contact Dr. Charles N. Haas at haas@drexel.edu for more information.
