Program Overview
The Environmental Science at University of Massachusetts Boston 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 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
- Tuition: USD 33,588 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 33,268 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Boston, United States, United States
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
- Coasts and Communities
- Responsible Conduct of Research
- Environ. Policy & Admin.
- Env. Issues Horn of Africa
- Profess. Science Comm.
- Environ. & Energy Economics
- Climate and Energy
- Intro. Prob. Applied Stats
- Introduction to Environmental Innovation Clinic
- Applied Statistics
- Oceans and Human Health
- Introduction to GIS
- Principles and Applications of Remote Sensing
- Biological Oceanography
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
In addition to completing the\xc2\xa0Online Application, you are required to submit the following supporting materials for admission into all UMass Boston graduate programs.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 33,588 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 33,268 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 33,588 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 33,268 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Massachusetts Boston 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 Massachusetts Boston
University of Massachusetts Boston
Boston, United States
The University of Massachusetts Boston is a public university in Boston, Massachusetts, United States.
University Profile- Application Deadline 2015-12-17
- Start Date 2018-01-23
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
- Credits 30