Master of Science - Environmental Engineering (Non-thesis)

Worcester Polytechnic Institute’s master’s in Environmental Engineering features a diverse mix of theoretical and practical courses tailored to individual interests, including topics such as Geohydrology, Biosystems in Environmental Engineering, and Contaminant Fate and Transport. Candidates with degrees in engineering, physical sciences, or life sciences typically possess the necessary prerequisite coursework to participate.

Through engaging in cutting-edge research and project-based coursework at WPI, students develop an advanced understanding of the technical and professional skills needed to protect public health and safeguard the environment. The program emphasizes interdisciplinary research conducted locally and globally, tackling critical issues related to water quality, human health, sustainability, and resource management.

Collaborating closely with pioneering faculty, students contribute to innovative solutions in areas like physical and chemical treatment processes, natural organic matter interactions, water quality modeling, environmental hydraulics, water resource protection, and contaminant transport.

Students benefit from state-of-the-art laboratory facilities within the Civil & Environmental Engineering department, as well as specialized campus resources. They explore ecosystem functions, compositions, and the policies influencing environmental health through laboratories dedicated to environmental, soil, water quality, and biochemical analyses, gaining hands-on experience that prepares them for impactful careers in environmental protection and resource management.