Graduate Certificate in International Science and Technology Policy

Graduate Certificate in International Science and Technology Policy is a program taught at Bellevue University, USA. The program is offered in campus-based modes with full-time options.

The Graduate Certificate in International Science and Technology Policy is a 15-credit graduate certificate focused on international science and technology policy. It is for professionals and students interested in exploring the topic outside their primary field of study. The program addresses how institutions govern and shape scientific and technological advances, including information technology, space exploration, genetic modification, and material science.

The certificate requires a minimum of 15 credits: one 3-credit core course and 12 credits for a self-designed science and technology specialization. Students develop the specialization with the program director through four 3-credit courses. The core course is International Science and Technology Policy Cornerstone (offered in the Fall semester only). Science and Technology Policy Analysis is offered only in the spring semester.

Admission requires two letters of recommendation, transcripts from all colleges and universities attended, an essay of approximately 500 words, and a resumé or curriculum vitae. International applicants who require a student visa are not eligible for admission to this program.

Modules

• IAFF 6141 International Science and Technology Policy Cornerstone
• IAFF 6143 Science and Technology Policy Analysis
• IAFF 6145 U.S. Space Policy
• IAFF 6146 Space Law
• LAW 6548 Space Law
• IAFF 6148 Space and National Sec

The minimum requirements for admission in Graduate Certificate in International Science and Technology Policy at Bellevue University for all applicants (Domestic or International) are:

• program specific academic requirment set by Bellevue University.
• English Language OR any other language requirments as set by Bellevue University as pre-requiste for admission in Graduate Certificate in International Science and Technology Policy.

Note: Please check the university website in the link below.

• Admission deadlines: Fall: January 7th - Fellowship & Application Deadline; Spring: October 1st - Fellowship & Application Deadline; Applications for admission will continue to be accepted on a rolling basis after the fellowship deadlines have passed, but students will not be considered for fellowships.
• GRE and GMAT scores are not accepted and will not be considered in the review process. Please do not submit scores.
• Recommendations required: Two (2) letters are required. Applicants should submit one (1) academic letter from a professor and one (1) professional reference.
• Prior academic records: Transcripts are required from all colleges and universities attended, whether or not credit was earned, the program was completed, or the credit appears as transfer credit on another transcript. Unofficial transcripts from all colleges and universities attended should be uploaded to your online application. Official transcripts are required only of applicants who are offered admission and choose to enroll.
• If academic records are in a language other than English, English language translations must be provided. The English translations alone should be uploaded into the online application. Official transcripts and certified English translations will be required of applicants who are offered admission and choose to enroll.
• Statement of purpose: All applicants are required to submit an essay of approximately 500 words that answers one of the two questions below (including required topics described in the prompt).
• Additional requirements: A resumé or curriculum vitae is required. Resumés/CVs must include dates of employment (if applicable) and date of degree conferral or expected degree conferral.
• International applicants only: International applicants who require a student visa are not eligible for admission to this program.

The following requirements must be fulfilled: a minimum of 15 credits, including one 3-credit core course and 12 credits in courses for a self-designed science and technology specialization. At least four of the five courses required for the certificate must be taught by faculty in the international science and technology Policy (ISTP) MA program. The fifth course also can be chosen from this list or from other related University offerings, selected in consultation with the program director.

• Eligible for Admission & requires EAP Courses: IELTS- 7.0 overall score, no band score below 6.0; TOEFL- 100 (internet test) 600 (paper test); PTE- 68
• Eligible for Admission & Exempt from EAP Courses: IETLS- 7.0 overall score, no band score below 6.5; TOEFL- 105 (internet test) 650 (paper test); PTE- 72

Please check detail of study units at https://bulletin.gwu.edu/international-affairs/international-science-technology-policy/

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