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Masters
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Atmospheric Science | Meteorology
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Natural Science
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English
About Program

Program Overview


Program Overview

Harness Weather and Climate Data to Solve Industry and Societal Challenges


Prepare for a career in weather and climate analysis and forecasting with the Master of Science in Applied Atmospheric Science at UAlbany.


Using the latest forecasting technologies and data analysis techniques, you will develop the skills to leverage atmospheric data to manage the economic and societal impact of weather, water and climate on energy, agriculture and supply chain, as well as market and industry risk.


Program of Study

UAlbany's 30-credit non-thesis MS in Applied Atmospheric Science program can be completed in one year with an internship and applied research project.


From climate variability and forecasting to power solutions and Python, your coursework and research will give you expertise in areas including business, applied data analysis and programming, data visualization, and emergency management and communication.


Core Courses (12 credits)

Choose four:


  • Synoptic Laboratory II
    • Climate Variability and Predictability
    • Renewable Energy Issues
    • Advanced Geophysical Data Analysis and Visualization
    • Applications of Subseasonal to Seasonal Dynamics
    • Weather, Climate Change, and Societal Impacts
    • Climate Change
    • Applied Data Analysis in Atmospheric and Environmental Science
    • Applications of Numerical Weather Prediction
    • Energy, Environment, and Climate Change
    • Remote Sensing Applications;

Capstone Requirement (6 credits)

  • Internship in applied atmospheric sciences
    • Culminating presentation and paper summarizing the internship experience

Tracks (12 credits)

Choose four from one or more of the following tracks:


Business

  • Quantitative Analysis for Business
    • Business Systems Analysis and Design
    • Business Analytics and Data Mining
    • Databases and Business Intelligence

Data Analytics

  • Database Systems and Data Analysis
    • Analysis, Visualization, and Prediction in Analytics
    • Predictive Modeling
    • Data Mining
    • Data Analytics Practicum
    • Applied Statistics

Policy and Emergency Preparedness

  • Disaster, Crisis and Emergency Management and Policy
    • Homeland Security Intelligence
    • Disaster and Crisis Management in the Public, Private, and Nonprofit Sectors
    • Preparedness and Response
    • Mitigation and Recovery
    • Risk, Planning, and Continuity
    • Advanced Threat and Hazard Assessment
    • Risk Theory and Management
    • Professional Analytical Skills
    • Environmental Economics
    • Global Environment: Politics and Policy

Applied Research Internship

Through our internship program, you will participate in applied research in atmospheric physics, chemistry and/or dynamics in the weather, water and/or climate industry. Internships may be paid or unpaid.


You will have the opportunity to learn Python tools to analyze weather and climate big datasets, apply weather and climate data analysis to understand energy usage, and apply weather and climate visualizations to communicate risk.


Career Outcomes

With a master's in applied atmospheric science, you will be prepared to address weather, water and climate societal challenges through a rich set of career opportunities including forecasting, decision support, science and technology development, and business execution.


Potential employers in non-governmental organizations include international companies such as Citadel, IBM, Accuweather and Jupiter Intel.


Potential job titles for an MS degree in applied atmospheric science:

  • Meteorologist
    • Climatologist
    • Data Scientist
    • Risk Analyst
    • Catastrophe Analyst
    • Energy Forecaster
    • Forensic Meteorologist
    • Program Manager
    • Climate Resilience Engineer
    • Operations Meteorologist

Admissions Requirements

Deadlines

  • Fall: Rolling
  • Spring: November 1
  • Summer: Not Available

Required Application Materials

  • Transcripts from all schools attended
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Statement of goals

Degree Requirements

In addition to the general University at Albany requirements for admission to graduate study, an applicant's undergraduate preparation should include:


  • BS in Atmospheric Science/Meteorology/Climate Science OR
    • BS in a related field with a minor and/or specialization/concentration in Atmospheric Science

Application Review Process

The Atmospheric Science department's Graduate Recruitment Committee will evaluate and rank each applicant on a holistic view (academic preparation; alignment with the program; diversity, equity and inclusiveness; self-appraisal and areas of personal growth) based on all submitted documents.


Student Learning Objectives

Master of Science

The key educational objective is to prepare students with skillsets and competencies for careers in the weather and climate enterprise's private sector.


  • Demonstrate the application of atmospheric physics, chemistry and/or dynamics to interdisciplinary topics.
  • Carry out a limited-scope, directed internship in the application of atmospheric physics, chemistry, and/or dynamics in the weather, water and/or climate industry.
  • Develop effective written and oral communication skills to convey complex atmospheric science topics in the context of interdisciplinary topics related to industry.

Program Outline


Degree Overview:


MS in Applied Atmospheric Science at UAlbany

This 30-credit non-thesis program can be completed in one year with an internship and an applied research project. Its core focus lies in equipping students with the expertise to analyze weather and climate data for various applications in energy, agriculture, supply chain, risk management, and other industries.


Program Objectives:

  • Prepare graduates for careers in weather and climate analysis and forecasting.
  • Develop skills to leverage atmospheric data for real-world problem-solving.
  • Foster expertise in business, data analysis, and communication related to weather and climate.

Program Description:

The program combines core coursework with an internship and research project. The curriculum features a diverse range of topics, including:

  • Climate variability and forecasting
  • Power solutions
  • Python programming
  • Business data analysis
  • Emergency management and communication
  • Data visualization
  • Remote sensing applications

Outcomes:

Graduates are equipped to address weather, water, and climate challenges through diverse career opportunities in forecasting, decision support, science and technology development, and business execution.


Outline:


Structure:

  • 30-credit non-thesis program
  • Completion in one year
  • Internship and applied research project

Coursework:

  • 12 credits of core courses (choose 4)
  • 6 credits of capstone requirement (internship and presentation)
  • 12 credits of track-specific courses (choose 4 from one or more tracks)

Tracks:

  • Business
  • Data Analytics
  • Policy and Emergency Preparedness

Sample Core Courses:

  • Synoptic Laboratory II
  • Climate Variability and Predictability
  • Renewable Energy Issues
  • Advanced Geophysical Data Analysis and Visualization
  • Applications of Subseasonal to Seasonal Dynamics
  • Weather, Climate Change, and Societal Impacts
  • Climate Change
  • Applied Data Analysis in Atmospheric and Environmental Science
  • Applications of Numerical Weather Prediction
  • Energy, Environment, and Climate Change
  • Remote Sensing Applications

Capstone Requirement:

  • Internship in applied atmospheric sciences
  • Culminating presentation and paper summarizing the internship experience

Track-Specific Courses:


Business Track:

  • Quantitative Analysis for Business
  • Business Systems Analysis and Design
  • Business Analytics and Data Mining
  • Databases and Business Intelligence

Data Analytics Track:

  • Database Systems and Data Analysis
  • Analysis, Visualization, and Prediction in Analytics
  • Predictive Modeling
  • Data Mining
  • Data Analytics Practicum
  • Applied Statistics

Policy and Emergency Preparedness Track:

  • Disaster, Crisis and Emergency Management and Policy
  • Homeland Security Intelligence
  • Disaster and Crisis Management in the Public, Private, and Nonprofit Sectors
  • Preparedness and Response
  • Mitigation and Recovery
  • Risk, Planning, and Continuity
  • Advanced Threat and Hazard Assessment
  • Risk Theory and Management
  • Professional Analytical Skills
  • Environmental Economics

Careers:


Potential Career Paths:

  • Meteorologist
  • Climatologist
  • Data Scientist
  • Risk Analyst
  • Catastrophe Analyst
  • Energy Forecaster
  • Forensic Meteorologist
  • Program Manager
  • Climate Resilience Engineer
  • Operations Meteorologist

Potential Employers:

  • Citadel
  • IBM
  • Accuweather
  • The program is designed to increase equity, diversity, and inclusion in the field of atmospheric science.

Other:

  • Designed as a STEM program with OPT and STEM OPT extension opportunities for international students.
  • Promotes equity, diversity, and inclusion in atmospheric science.
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