Program Overview
The Environmental Studies at The University of Montana 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 Studies 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
- Location: Missoula, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Environmental Studies 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
- Scientific Approaches to Environmental Problems
- Pollution Ecology
- Research Methods for Social Change
- Rhetoric and Environmental Controversy
- Environmental Issues of Native Americans
- The Literature of Nature Writing
- The Greening of Religion
- Env. Organizing or
- Scientific Approaches to Env. Problems
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Admission Requirements:
- Students from any undergraduate major are encouraged to apply to the Environmental Studies Masters program. The EVST Program highly values evidence of service and engagement of many kinds in graduate applicants, and we particularly encourage those who have been Peace Corps Volunteers to apply. Over decades, many of our most outstanding students and alumni have been PC Volunteers;
- If admitted to the EVST Program, candidates are granted either full or provisional (which can be changed to full upon successful completion of the first semester) status. Provisional status admittees are not considered for Teaching Assistantships until their status changes. To be admitted with full status, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- G.P.A. - Minimum 3.0 (B or better) out of 4.0 G.P.A or
- G.R.E. - Verbal, quantitative & analytical writing test scores. Minimum verbal score of 500 for tests taken prior to August 2011; 153 for tests taken after August 2011.
Tuition & Financial Information
Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.
Application Deadline
2015-10-17
About The University of Montana
The University of Montana
Missoula, United States
The University of Montana is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....
University Profile- Application Deadline 2015-10-17
- Start Date 2018-03-01
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
