Environmental Science (formerly Environmental Chemistry and Health)
University of CopenhagenProgram Overview
The Environmental Science (formerly Environmental Chemistry and Health) at University of Copenhagen is a MSc 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 (formerly Environmental Chemistry and Health) programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across China 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: EUR 7,390 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students
- Location: Copenhagen, China
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Environmental Science (formerly Environmental Chemistry and Health) 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
- Chemistry, Toxicology and Health (ChemTox)
- Soil, Water and Biodiversity (EnvEuro)
- Hormone-disrupting substances.
- The effect of air pollution on health.
- Degradation of oil and pesticides in soil.
- Toxicity of heavy metals to humans and organisms in the soil.
- Risk assessment of harmful substances.
- You may also investigate what the implications are when several substances are present at the same time; the so-called cocktail effect.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Admission Requirements
If you have completed a Bachelors degree or are enrolled in the final semester of a Bachelors programme you are eligible to apply for the Masters programme in Environmental Science.
Regardless of what university you are enrolled at, you can - if you meet the language requirements - apply on the basis of a Bachelors degree that grants direct access or another relevant Bachelors degree.
Bachelors degrees that grant direct access
If you hold one of the degrees listed below, you are considered to meet all admission requirements and have direct access to apply to the Masters programme in Environmental Science.
- BSc in Natural Resources with the specialisation in Environmental Science from the University of Copenhagen (reserved access*)
- BSc in Natural Resources with the specialisation in Environmental Science from another Danish or nordic universities
- Biology-Biotechnology from the University of Copenhagen
- Chemistry from the University of Copenhagen
- Biology from the University of Copenhagen
- Pharmacy from the University of Copenhagen
- Technical Science with a specialisation in Environmental Technology from DTU
* If your Bachelors degree grants reserved access, you are guaranteed a place on the Masters programme if you apply before the application deadline during the first application period after you complete your Bachelors degree.
Other Bachelors degrees
If you have a Bachelors degree other than those listed above, you must submit additional documentation along with your application so the University can evaluate whether or not you meet the admission requirements.
Applicants with a Bachelors degree in Natural Resources, Environmental Science, Geography and Geoinformathics or similar from the University of Copenhagen, other Danish, Nordic or international universities may be admitted if their programme includes three of the following four areas:
- Biology or ecology 7,5 ECTS credits
- Natural resources 7,5 ECTS credits
- Environmental chemistry 7,5 credits
- Chemistry, 7,5 ECTS credits
are deemed to possess educational/academic qualifications equivalent to the
requirements listed above.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 7,390 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students
Tuition fees: EUR 7,390 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Copenhagen 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 Copenhagen
University of Copenhagen
Copenhagen, Denmark
public research university in Copenhagen, Denmark
University Profile- Application Deadline Jan, 2027
- Start Date Sep, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
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