Environmental Engineering and Environmental Quality Science
University of Alaska Fairbanks Rank #441Program Overview
The Environmental Engineering and Environmental Quality Science at University of Alaska Fairbanks is a MSc programme in Engineering over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of engineering. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Environmental Engineering and Environmental Quality Science programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: USD 864 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 423 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Fairbanks, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Environmental Engineering and Environmental Quality Science programme are prepared for diverse careers in engineering:
- Design Engineer
- R&D Engineer
- Project Engineer
- Systems Engineer
- Technical Consultant
- Engineering Manager
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Groundwater Dynamics
- Aquatic Chemistry
- Contaminant Hydrology
- Biotechnology
- Hazardous and Toxic Waste Management
- Seminar
- Measurements Laboratory
- Non-thesis Research/Project
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
Admission Requirements:
- Complete the equivalent of a UAF course in basic computer techniques.
- Complete the TOEFL exam (only required of non-native English speakers. The minimum score required is 575 for the paper test, or 213 for the computerized test).
- Complete a B.S. in engineering from an ABET accredited institution with a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 864 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 423 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 864 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 423 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Alaska Fairbanks directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Alaska Fairbanks
University of Alaska Fairbanks
Fairbanks, United States
University of Alaska Fairbanks is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-06-18
- Start Date 2018-09-03
- Language English
- Duration 24 months