2011-2012 University Catalog 
  
2011-2012 University Catalog

Applied Conservation Science Graduate Certificate


Banner Code: LA-CERG-ACNS
 

Web: mccs.gmu.edu

The graduate certificate in applied conservation science provides students with hands-on education in conservation science. The courses in this program are all residential, full-day, one- or two-week intensive courses held at the Smithsonian Conservation Biology Institute in Front Royal, Virginia. This certificate is designed for early to mid-career conservation professionals working in government, non-governmental organizations, and research institutions worldwide.  

Students acquire essential skills in conservation research and practice while developing  a crucial understanding of the principles and philosophies underlying effective conservation and biodiversity programs. They learn how to apply analysis techniques and tools to address those questions and evaluate conservation outcomes.

Upon completion of the certificate, students will have developed practical and analytical skills applicable to a wide range of programs in applied conservation science research, policy, and practice – from single-species protection and landscape-level restoration and management to community conservation initiatives and human-wildlife conflict mitigation.

Application Requirements


Applicants to all graduate programs at George Mason University must meet the admission standards and application requirements for graduate study as specified in the Admission  chapter of this catalog. For information specific to the graduate certificate in applied conservation science, see Application Requirements and Deadlines on the departmental web site.

Certificate requirements


One course (3 credits) in human dimensions chosen from:


Electives (6 credits)


 CONS 630 and 697 may be repeated for credit when topics are different.

Total: 15 credits