The Master of Science in Climate and Energy Policy (MSCEP) at the Harris School of Public Policy is a one-year, full-time graduate program designed to train future leaders at the intersection of climate science, energy technology, data science, economics, and public policy.

Developed in partnership with the University’s Institute for Climate and Sustainable Growth, the MSCEP curriculum provides students with a holistic understanding of the climate and energy challenge, rigorous training in applying data and evidence to policy design, and opportunities to learn and apply skills outside the classroom. This approach equips graduates with the analytical tools, interdisciplinary perspectives, and intellectual rigor needed to craft serious solutions.

Rigorous Curriculum, Real-World Experience

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Core Coursework: Build your Foundation

Gain the analytical, scientific, and technical skills to lead in climate and energy policy from day one.

Experiential Learning: Go Beyond the Classroom

Dive into a hands-on module where you’ll explore how real communities, organizations, and governments navigate climate and energy challenges to gain an authentic understanding.

Capstone: Collaborate. Integrate. Solve.

Work on a real-world climate or energy challenge, combining you skills in policy, economics, and technology to deliver practical solutions.

Electives: Customize Your Path. Deepen Your Expertise.

Choose courses from machine learning to utility regulation to shape your focus and sharpen your skills.

Core Domains, Career Ready Skills

Data & Analytical Tools

Statistics, programming, data visualization, machine learning

Economics & Policy Analysis

Climate economics, energy markets, regulatory policy, cost-benefit analysis

Climate Science & Systems

Earth systems science, climate modeling, carbon cycle dynamics, climate attribution

Energy Technology & Innovation

Grid decarbonization, electrification, carbon capture, storage, renewable integration, geoengineering, nuclear, emerging technologies

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