Program Overview
The Environmental Science at Hokkaido University is a Master 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 programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Japan 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
- Tuition: EUR 6,751 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 6,751 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Sapporo, Japan
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Environmental Science 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
- Fundamental Lecture on Environmental Science
- Introduction to Environmental Earth Science
- Introduction to Sustainable Society
- Advanced Course in Global Warming Assessment
- Introduction to Practical Science for Environment
- Advanced Course in Environmental Pollution Comparison
- Advanced Course in Environmental Adaptation
- Advanced Course in Natural Resource Management and Policy
- Advanced Lecture in Geoecological Resources
- Advanced Course in Marine Sedimentology
- Advanced Course in Biogeoscience
- Advanced Course in Glacier/Ice Sheet Science
- Advanced Course in Bio-Material Chemistry
- Advanced Course in International Communication Methods
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Admission Requirements:
To obtain entry into the Masters Course, applicants must have completed 16 years of education in a foreign country and hold a bachelors degree in any field.English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 6,751 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 6,751 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: EUR 6,751 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 6,751 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Hokkaido 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 Hokkaido University
Hokkaido University
Sapporo, Japan
national university in Sapporo, Hokkaido, Japan
University Profile- Start Date Sep, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
