Master in Environment and Natural Resources Management
The program is designed to give professionals in environment-related activities a solid foundation in the art and science of environment and natural resources management, as well as a multidisciplinary perspective. It is intended for individuals with a baccalaureate degree in biology, chemistry, or related fields who are involved in environment work.
Objectives
The program aims to:- Equip students with solid grounding in both the natural and social sciences as these apply to environmental management; and
- Enable students to undertake environmental advocacy and research, with an appreciation of the need to apply a multidisciplinary view to issues involving the environment.
Admission Requirements
Applicants to the Master's program must have a baccalaureate degree in chemistry, biology or related fields and at least one year work experience in an environment-related concern. Those without the requisite baccalaureate degree in the sciences must complete the UPOU Diploma in Environment and Natural Resource Management program with a general weighted average of 2.0 or better before seeking admission into the Master's program.
The Curriculum
Students must complete 36 units of course work, divided into 15 units of core courses, 18 units of major courses, and a 3-unit Special Problem course. The student may choose to major in either upland resources management or coastal resources management. Upon completion of 15 units of core courses and 15 units of major courses, students are required to take the comprehensive examination.
Core Courses
ENRM 205 |
Conservation and management of biological diversity with emphasis on tropical areas |
ENRM 222 |
Environmental Advocacy (3 units)Models, approaches, and strategies in the promotion of environmentalism |
ENRM 221 |
Social Theory and Environment (3 units)Theoretical frameworks for understanding human-environment interactions |
ENRM 299 |
Environmental Research Methods (3 units)Critique of an array of research methods used in environmental analysis and management. Biophysical, chemical and socio-economic analysis of environmental components; landscape assessment; environmental audit; environmental prediction and evaluation; abridge life cycle analysis; environmental modeling |
ENS 201 |
Ecosystems Structure and Dynamics (3 units)Ecosystem structure, function, energetics, nutrient cycles, population dynamics, ecosystem models |
Major courses in the Upland Resources Management track (18 units)
ENRM 231 |
Economics of Upland Resources (3 units)Economic analysis of upland resources; economic principles in the management and use of upland resources |
ENRM 232 |
Management of Terrestrial Protected Areas (3 units)Management and administration of protected areas with emphasis on terrestrial sites and conservation of biodiversity (Prerequisite: ENS 201 or ENRM 201) |
ENRM 233 |
Rehabilitation of Marginal and Degraded Areas (3 units)Principles and application of different rehabilitation techniques for marginal and degraded upland areas (Prerequisite: ENS 201 or ENRM 201) |
ENRM 235 |
Upland Ecosystem Management (3 units)Tools, techniques and strategies in integrated and participatory upland ecosystem management. (Prerequisite: ENS 201 or ENRM 201) |
ENRM 236 |
Governance of the Upland Environment (3 units)Survey and analysis of policies, legislation, institutions and processes relating to the use of upland resources (Prerequisite: ENRM 221) |
SF 263 |
Cultures and Societies in Tropical Ecosystems (3 units)An overview of community and forest interactions in the upland tropics, with special reference to Southeast Asia |
Other major courses, including those listed as such under the Diploma program, may be taken upon advice of the Program adviser.
Major courses in the Coastal Resources Management Track (18 units)
ENRM 241 |
Economic Valuation and Assessment of Aquatic Resources (3 units)Application of economic principles in optimally utilizing, valuation of and managing marine resources |
ENRM 242 |
Coastal Zone Management (3 units)Study of the coastal zone components, their uses and management Prerequisite: ENS 201 or ENRM 201 |
ENRM 244 |
Coastal Anthropology (3 units)Study of human activity system in a single or multi- ecological zones where fishing and fishing related activities are undertaken |
ENRM 245 |
Aquatic Resources Management (3 units)Study of different living aquatic resource systems, their biodiversity, utilization, conservation and management |
ENRM 246 |
Governance of the Coastal Environment (3 units)Survey and analysis of policies, legislation, institutions and processes relating to the use of marine and freshwater resources |
ENRM 247 |
Management of Marine Protected Areas (3 units) |
Other major courses, including those listed as such under the Diploma program, may be taken upon advice of the Program adviser.
