Water Studies Minor

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About the Program

The Water Studies Minor is an interdisciplinary field of study that provides a holistic, highly interactive program. The curriculum is designed to facilitate water studies education to students from a wide range of co-curricular programs.

Program Requirements

A grade of “C” or better must be earned in each course required for the minor. Students should note that programs differ in the minimum grade required.
Advising and Contact Information: Individuals interested in this certificate program should contact the One World One Water Center at 303-615-1199 to schedule an appointment for an advising session. For more information on the OWOW Center, visit msudenver.edu/owow.

Required Courses: 12 credits

GEG 1910 - Global Water Concerns Credits: 3
OR
ENV 3400 - Water Resources Credits: 3
MGT 3250 - Colorado Water Law and Water Rights Administration Credits: 3 (Crosslisted: ENV 3250)
OR
ENV 4410 - Water Law Credits: 3
OR
ENV 4200 - Environmental Policy and Planning Credits: 3
JMP 3570 - Covering the Environment Credits: 3
OR
HIS 3426 - Colorado Water and the American West Credits: 3
Approved Internship*

Elective Courses: 6 credits

A minimum of 6 additional semester hours of approved electives is required.*

Summary of Requirements

Required Courses	12 credits
Elective Courses	6 credits
Total for the Water Studies Minor	18 credits

*Internship course and elective courses will be selected in consultation with an advisor in the One World One Water Center.