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Environmental Engineering is a multifaceted discipline dedicated to the responsible utilization and conservation of natural resources amid growing human-environment interactions in our urbanizing planet. This profession is highly sought-after, having been named the fifth most valuable college degree (Forbes, May 2012). The School of Engineering's program stands out with its urban environmental systems focus, specifically addressing the complex issues confronting New York City and other global metropolises.
Our MS in Environmental Engineering equips graduates with the skills to design, oversee, and optimize pollution-control systems for both municipal and industrial settings. The curriculum blends theoretical knowledge with hands-on problem-solving techniques. With adaptable course selections and research initiatives, students enjoy diverse learning possibilities. Research domains, guided by top-tier NYC faculty, encompass environmental systems management, monitoring technologies, water security, flood mitigation, dispute mediation, aquatic quality assessment, subsurface water analysis, waste management solutions, pollution cleanup, climate research, and geospatial decision-support tools.