Appalachian State University
Climate Change Graduate Certificate
Application Deadlines
Spring Admission
November 1
Fall Admission
July 1
Admission Requirements
Admission requirements vary by program. Learn more
Location
Boone campus
Safeguard the environment
App State’s Graduate Certificate in Climate Change is designed to provide you with knowledge of the physical science basis of climate change, its societal impacts and adaptation and mitigation strategies.
You will come to understand causes and consequences of climate change, as well as find opportunities to explore potential solutions to climate change-related problems. And you will study alongside faculty and student peers who are actively engaged in research on such topics as biome change, GIS applications (viticulture; flood modeling; property valuation; visualization), globalization processes, economic development, community development, transportation and land use, precipitation climatology, mountain environments and natural hazards.
The program strengthens the interdisciplinary climate science curricular opportunities at the graduate level, preparing you to contribute to the development of informed scientific, policy and business climate change adaptation and mitigation strategies.
The Climate Change Graduate Certificate is an ideal complement to App State’s Master of Arts program in Geography with a concentration in Climate Change.
R2 for high research activity
App State has earned a Research 2 Carnegie Classification, recognizing the university’s high research activity and doctorate production. Learn more about App State’s R2 status
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Concentrations and Courses
Careers
Where can an App State degree take you? Anywhere you want to go!
Careers
- Environmental Consultant
- Sustainability Coordinator
- Climate Resilience Planner
- Climate Educator
- Environmental Scientist
Some of these roles may require education beyond a graduate certificate.
Employers
- Conservation Nonprofit Organizations
- Environmental Consulting Firms
- Government Agencies
- Renewable Energy Firms
- Research Institutions
Career information resource
App State’s Career Development Center
Services provided by the Career Development Center include resume reviews, career coaching, job and internship search assistance, and other tools for you to achieve life and professional success.
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International Experience
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Professional Development
Invest in yourself with opportunities designed to stimulate career growth. Learn more
Graduate Assistantships
Earn some money while you earn your degree. Learn more
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Program Contact
Dr. Derek J. Martin
Graduate Program Director
[email protected]
828-262-8905
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