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A master of arts in environment and behavior from MU will help you add exemplary value to the quality of the built environment. If you want a career in applied research, consulting or teaching in architecture, interior design and other environmental design disciplines, this may be the degree for you.
The non-thesis MA in environment and behavior culminates in a creative project. If you are interested in a research-based program that culminates in a thesis, you may be interested in the MS program.
Quick facts
Official name
Master of arts in architectural studies with an emphasis in environment and behaviorCampus
Program type
Master's degreeAcademic home
College of Arts & Science | Department of Architectural StudiesDelivery mode
100% onlineAccreditation
Higher Learning CommissionCredit hours
30Estimated cost
$25,137.00*This cost is for illustrative purposes only. Your hours and costs will differ, depending on your transfer hours, your course choices and your academic progress. See more about tuition and financial aid.
Career prospects
Graduates of the program find career opportunities in
- Teaching and research positions in higher education
- Interior design or architecture consultant
- Other environmental design disciplines
Program structure
Delivery of this program is 100 percent online: no campus visits are required.
Courses are semester-based. The length of time it takes you to complete your program will depend on how many courses you take each semester and the nature of your project.
Emphasis areas include, among others:
- Aesthetics of design
- Design education
- Facility management and design
- Housing and neighborhood design
- Inclusive design / accessibility
- Sustainable design
Delivery
100% onlineCalendar system
Semester-basedTypical program length
VariesTypical course load
Varies if full time or part timeAccreditation
The University of Missouri is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, one of six regional institutional accreditors in the United States.