Graduate Program of Earth System Science
Head of Department: Prof.Dr. BÜLENT GÜLTEKİN AKINOĞLU
Web address: http://ess.metu.edu.tr/
M.S. without thesis in Earth System Science
Outcomes
- reach the data/knowledge, analyze, evaluate, discuss them scientifically and share with society in the field of Earth System Science (in the context of climate change, nature and human use, natural resources, energy, sustainability, economics and policy). They are sensitive on scientific and ethic values.
- do needs analysis, define the problems, and applies scientific methods for the solution of the problems.
- work on interdisciplinary fields by integrated approach.
- as the member or in case as the leader of the interdisciplinary teams, they work efficiently.
- communicate well in written and spoken English efficiently.
- follow up and be aware of studies and applications at national and international platforms, and shares his/her knowledge distinctly.
| Course Code | Course Name | METU Credit | Contact (h/w) | Lab (h/w) | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ESS501 | THE EARTH SYSTEM | 3 | 3.00 | 0.00 | 8.0 |
| ESS508 | ENVIRONMENTAL ECONOMICS | 3 | 3.00 | 0.00 | 8.0 |
| ESS590 | SEMINAR I IN ESS | 0 | 0.00 | 2.00 | 10.0 |
| ESS599 | TERM PROJECT | 0 | 0.00 | 4.00 | 20.0 |
8 elective course(s) approved by the Department of Earth System Science.
Total minimum credit (ECTS): 30.00
h/w: hours per week