Program Overview
The Environmental Science and Policy at University of South Florida St Petersburg 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 Science and Policy 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
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 424 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 348 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Petersburg, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Environmental Science and Policy 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
- Seminar in Environmental Policy
- Perspectives in Environmental Thought
- Major Themes in Environmental Science
- Directed Individual Study
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).
- One (1) official transcript showing proof of a baccalaureate degree from an accredited undergraduate institution with a minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 A statement (no longer than one page, single spaced) of your reasons for applying to this MA program.
- Three (3) letters of recommendation from people well qualified to assess your potential for graduate study.
- GRE test score\xc2\x97the GRE must have been taken within the previous five years.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 424 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 348 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 424 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 348 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of South Florida St Petersburg 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 South Florida St Petersburg
University of South Florida St Petersburg
United States
The University of South Florida St. Petersburg campus is a campus of the University of South Florida in St. Petersburg, Florida. Opened in 1965 as a satellite campus of the University of South...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-03-18
- Start Date 2018-08-22
- Language English
- Duration 24 months