Program Overview
The Environmental Sciences at Louisiana State University 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 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 28,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 28,308 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Baton Rouge, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Environmental Sciences 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
- Integrated Environmental Issues
- Environmental Seminar
- Mathematical Modeling in Energy and Environmental Management
- Environmental Planning and Management
- Environmental Policy Analysis
- Environmental Conflict Resolution
- Environmental Law and Regulation
- Regulation of Toxic Substances
- International Environmental Law
- Environmental Economics and Policy
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).
Admission Requirements:
Online application materials to the LSU Graduate School Admissions must include all of the following:
- A completed online Application for Admission. Visit the site of the\xc2\xa0LSU office of Graduate Admissions\xc2\xa0and apply online.
- a nonrefundable application fee which should be paid online
- transcripts from all accredited universities attended verifying and documenting graduation
- GRE scores
- TOEFL scores for international students only
AND
- Three letters of recommendation
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 28,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 28,308 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 28,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 28,308 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Louisiana State 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 Louisiana State University
Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, United States
Louisiana State University and Agricultural and Mechanical College, commonly referred to as Louisiana State University (LSU), is an American public land-grant research university in Baton Rouge,...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2015-10-18
- Start Date 2018-01-10
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
- Credits 1