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Master of Energy and Environmental Policy (MEEP)
earn an master of energy and environmental policy from the Biden School
The University of Delaware has the distinction of having the first doctoral and master's degrees in the combined fields of energy and environmental policy (ENEP) in the United States. The Biden School's ENEP, a STEM program, has earned international recognition as one of the three best graduate programs in the field.
The interdisciplinary ENEP degrees are administered with the support of six schools and colleges at the University: Agriculture and Natural Resources, Arts and Science, Biden School, Business and Economics, Engineering, and Earth, Ocean and Environment. The degrees are intended for individuals who wish to focus their graduate programs on interdisciplinary energy and environmental policy studies.
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- What Can I do with a Master's Degree in Energy and Environmental Policy?
- MEEP Courses & Curriculum
- Career Outcomes
The Master of Energy and Environmental Policy (MEEP) equips students for careers in energy and environmental fields through courses focused on social science, science, engineering and research methods related to the key sustainability challenges of societies throughout the world.
The MEEP degree combines rigorous academic studies, in-depth analysis of energy and environmental policies, praxis in the design of energy and environmental policies, and participation in public dialogues about the need for equitable futures.
The Master of Energy and Environmental Policy degree prepares graduates to assume positions in policy analysis, planning, and administration within the public, private, and non-profit sectors.
Learning goals:
- Students will evaluate how the interconnections of social, biophysical, and technical systems influence policy development, implementation, and evaluation.
- Students will apply policy and governance theories to evaluate the influence of politics, economics, and demands for social justice on sustainable development.
- Students will analyze and respond to the competing values, interests, and goals of diverse stakeholders in energy and environmental decision-making at local, national, and international scales.
- Students will apply critical thinking and analysis skills to support development, implementation, and evaluation of evidence-based energy and environmental policies.
- Students will demonstrate professional skills in policy analysis and research, and communicate their findings to diverse audiences.
The 36-credit hour Master of Energy and Environmental Policy (MEEP) program offers two Master’s degree options, one with and one without a thesis requirement. Both options require formal coursework in the concepts, methods, and professional practice of energy and environmental policy analysis and planning.
Biden School graduates work in academia, politics, government, law, policy, activism, non-profits, and the private sector.
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- Apply online with the UD Graduate College
- Gather relevant documents to upload
- Submit your application
mEEP Admissions Deadlines
- Fall Admission: December 15 (priority deadline)
- Fall Admission: August 15 (regular deadline)
From Delaware to the World
4+1 accelerated energy and environmental policy degree
Complete your bachelor's degree and a master's program in just five years! Students complete a traditional four-year undergraduate program in four years and then pursue a master's program in the fifth (+1) year saving time and money.
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Biden School faculty embraces the “Delaware Model” of integrating research, teaching, and public service to prepare graduates to impact communities locally and globally. Our faculty are productive scholars, excellent teachers, and skilled practitioners with decades of experience in their field.
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