Accelerated 12-Month Track
This program is typically completed in 2 years, though students may complete the accelerated 12-month track. Admitted students who are interested should apply for the 12-month track in the Fall quarter of their first year.
Components of the application include:
- Why do you want to do the 12-month track?
- What quantitative coursework have you taken?
- What previous professional experience do you have?
- Have you identified a practicum?
- If you have not identified a practicum, what is your plan to find one?
- A professional writing sample
Submission:
Once the application is completed, you should:
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Obtain your Faculty Advisor's signature
- Return to the Program Coordinator by Friday, Oct 28, 2022.
While this deadline may seem early, it is so we can involve approved 12-month students in the process of selecting Policy Clinic projects that begin in winter quarter.
Review:
Your application will be reviewed by the Program Chair, Associate Director and Program Coordinator. You will be notified via email if your application is approved and given a CRN to register for the Policy Clinic (ENV 203A).
Approval:
If your application is approved, you will need to:
- Schedule a meeting with the Graduate Program Coordinator in the Winter quarter to discuss timeline to degree.
- The Coordinator will give you information about various forms and due dates you should be aware of in preparation for graduation.
- Provide your feedback on Policy Clinic Project selection. You will receive communications from the Associate Director and Policy Clinic Instructor with additional information.
Late applications:
Late applications will be reviewed and considered on a case-by-case basis. Students who submit their application late may have significantly less input in their choice of Policy Clinic project depending on the timing.
12-Month Accelerated Coursework Timeline:
Fall |
Winter |
Spring |
Summer |
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ENV 200A- Policy Analysis I (4 units) | ENV 200C- Environmental Governance (4 units) | ENV 200B- Policy Analysis II (4 units) | ENV 296- Practicum (6 units) | |
ENV 202- Policy Implementation and Development (4 units) | ENV 201- Environmental Law (4 units) | ENV 203B- Policy Clinic (4 units) | ||
ENV 297- Professional Development Seminar (1 unit) | ENV 203A- Policy Clinic (4 units) | ENV 297- Professional Development Seminar (1 unit) | ||
Quantitative Analysis or General Elective (3 units) | ENV 297- Professional Development Seminar (1 unit) |
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Total: 12 units | Total: 13 units | Total: 12 units | Total: 6 units |