Pioneer sustainable solutions in wood science
In a world increasingly focused on sustainable solutions, expertise in wood science and engineering has never been more valuable. You can take your career to the next level — and learn how to make a positive, lasting environmental impact — when you enroll in Oregon State University’s online Professional Science Master’s in Wood Innovation for Sustainability program.
With specialization options in mass timber and timber circular economy, you’ll develop technical skills related to engineering and business as well as project management and ethical decision-making that will prepare you to lead in a rapidly evolving industry.
Work alongside Oregon State’s world-class faculty and industry leaders as you discover how to apply cutting-edge science to real-world challenges in sustainable sourcing, manufacturing, design and recovery of innovative wood-based products. This is a non-thesis program that opens pathways to leadership roles in the wood products industry, sustainable construction and other fields driving the future of responsible innovation.
Join a unique program, offered by a renowned university
Oregon State is a global leader in wood engineering education and research, and the PSM in Wood Innovation for Sustainability program is one of the only programs of its kind to be offered online in the United States. This program increases accessibility to in-demand learning opportunities, especially for placebound workers across various industries, including manufacturing and industrial operations, forestry, natural resources and the public sector.
Benefits of learning online with Oregon State
- All classes are developed and taught by Oregon State's world-class faculty, who are known for their research, expertise and innovation in forestry and natural resources.
- Oregon State is institutionally accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.
- OSU's online students receive the same diploma and transcript as on-campus students.
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Degree quick facts
* Oregon State University is on a quarter-term system. There are four quarters each year and classes are 11 weeks long. This program's 45 quarter credits are equal to 30 semester credits.
† Based on current tuition rates. No additional charge for nonresident students. Does not include course materials and associated fees and expenses.
‡ You can complete all or nearly all requirements of this program online. View the curriculum.
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