A version of the ISAT master’s degree is offered as a dual degree, international master’s program jointly with the University of Malta and is supported by JMU’s Center for Global Engagement. This 42-credit hour program offers a specialized course of study in environmental management and sustainability and is taught entirely in Malta as an accelerated 12-month degree program. Both JMU and University of Malta faculty contribute equally to instruction and project or thesis supervision. Students who successfully complete the degree requirements are awarded a Master of Science degree from each university.