Program Overview
The Environmental Resource Assessment at Newcastle University is a MSc programme in Natural Sciences over 12 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 Resource Assessment programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: GBP 17,935 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 7,500 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Environmental Resource Assessment 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
- Forest Ecology and Management
- Environment and Habitat Assessment Field Class
- Ecosystem Management
- Ecological Survey Techniques
- Postgraduate Skills 1: Project Proposal
- Postgraduate Skills 2: Data Analysis
- Postgraduate Skills 3: Literature Review
- MSc Dissertation in Agriculture, Food and Rural Development
- GIS and Remote Sensing
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor’s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to Upper Second Class on the UK Honour scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on the UK Honour 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).
A 2:1 honours degree, or an international equivalent, in a relevant subject, such as:
biological sciences
earth sciences
geography
environmental sciences
agricultural sciences
You will be considered on an individual basis if you have lower or non-standard qualifications and significant, relevant industry experience.
International students:
If your first language is not English you need an overall IELTS score of 6.5.
You must also read our English language requirements, including:
all minimum sub scores you must have
other English language tests we accept
extra English language support
Academic qualifications that we accept from your country to meet our entry requirements are listed on your country page.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 17,935 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 7,500 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 17,935 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 7,500 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Newcastle 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 Newcastle University
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University Profile- Language English
- Duration 12 months
