Program Overview
The Environmental Policy Design at Lehigh University is a MA programme in Natural Sciences 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 natural sciences. 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 Policy Design 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 1,380 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 1,380 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
- Location: Bethlehem, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Environmental Policy Design programme are prepared for diverse careers in natural sciences:
- Research Scientist
- Environmental Consultant
- Laboratory Manager
- Science Writer
- Policy Advisor
- Academic Researcher
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Introduction to Environmental Science
- The Politics of the Environment
- The Science of Environmental Issues
- Environment and Culture
- Foundations of Sustainable Development Practice
- Environmental Justice & The Law
- Environmental Case Studies
- Methods of Policy Analysis
- Philosophical-Policy and Environmental Legal Design
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- You must have an undergraduate degree (BA or BS), but no specific major is required or
applying their expertise in environmental policy design in varied ways. Successful graduates
have entered our program with degrees in the social sciences (Political Science, Environmental
Studies, Economics, History, etc.), Natural Sciences (Biology/Ecology, Environmental Science,
etc.), and Engineering (primarily Environmental Engineering).
- General GRE (waived for Lehigh students)
- Letters of Recommendation (at least two)
- Personal Statement
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 1,380 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 1,380 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 1,380 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 1,380 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Lehigh University 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 Lehigh University
Lehigh University
Bethlehem, United States
private research university in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, United States
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months
