Environmental Sciences - Environmental Policy and Public Administration
Southern Illinois University EdwardsvilleProgram Overview
The Environmental Sciences - Environmental Policy and Public Administration at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville 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 Sciences - Environmental Policy and Public Administration 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 9,164 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 9,164 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
- Location: Edwardsville, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Environmental Sciences - Environmental Policy and Public Administration programme are prepared for diverse careers in natural sciences:
- Research Scientist
- Environmental Consultant
- Laboratory Manager
- Science Writer
- Policy Advisor
- Academic Researcher
Program Curriculum
- Required core courses (9-10 hours): ENSC 505, 506, 510, and a 3- or 4- hour 400- or 500-level statistics course
- Thesis (1-6 hours): ENSC 599 or Final Research Paper (1-3 hours): ENSC 599 or Final Research Paper (1-3 hours): ENSC 597
- Required emphasis courses (9 hours): ENSC 511, 512 and 550/450
- Electives: 9 hours minimum
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
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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).
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- Submission of all post-secondary academic transcripts
- Admission to this program requires a positive recommendation from the Environmental Sciences Admission Committee. The program requires all prospective students to submit a letter stating their academic and professional goals.
- The GRE is required for those students whose undergraduate GPA is below 3.0 (4.0 scale).
- Additionally, for those students whose GPA is below 2.75 (4.0 scale), two letters of recommendation are required.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 9,164 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 9,164 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 9,164 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 9,164 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Southern Illinois University Edwardsville 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 Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Edwardsville, United States
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) is a public university in Edwardsville, Illinois, United States. Located within the Metro East of Greater St. Louis, SIUE was established in 1957...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2008-12-17
- Start Date 2018-01-01
- Language English
- Duration 24 months