Program Overview
The Forestry at Yale University is a Master programme in Agriculture & Environmental Studies over 12 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 agriculture & environmental studies. 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 Forestry 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: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: USD 80,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 80,000 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: New Haven, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Forestry programme are prepared for diverse careers in agriculture & environmental studies:
- Environmental Scientist
- Sustainability Manager
- Agricultural Analyst
- Conservation Officer
- Food Safety Specialist
- Climate Policy Advisor
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Structure, Function and Development of Trees and Other Vascular Plants
- Tropical Field Botany
- Physiology of Trees and Forests
- Natural History and Taxonomy of Trees
- Forest Ecology and Forest Dynamics
- Tropical Forest Ecology
- Ecosystems and Landscapes
- Forest Dynamics: Growth & Development of Forest Stands
- Aquatic Ecology
- Dynamics of Ecological Systems
- Fire: Science and Policy
- Forest Ecosystem Health: Urban to Wilderness
- Invasive Species: Ecology, Policy and Management
- Soil Science
- Physical and Environmental Geology
- Physical Sciences for Environmental Management
- Environmental Hydrology
- Biogeochemistry and Pollution
- River Processes & Restoration
- Watershed Cycles &Processes
- Climate and Life
- Introduction to Meterology and Climatology
- Agrarian Societies: Culture, Society, History and Development
- Social Science of Development and Conservation
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Completed online application form.
- Personal statement (NO MORE THAN 600 WORDS)
- Supplemental statements (NO MORE THAN 300 WORDS)
- R\xc3\xa9sum\xc3\xa9 or curriculum vitae (Do not send hard copies; they will not be read or returned.)
- Three letters of reference (Extra letters will not be accepted.)
- Official transcripts. A four-year bachelor\xc2\x92s degree from an accredited U.S. institution or the international equivalent.
- A scanned or electronic copy of each transcript from every college or university you have ever attended.
- Electronic transcripts must officially list your name and the name of your college/university. Documents may not be altered by applicant.
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 80,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 80,000 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 80,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 80,000 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Yale 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 Yale University
Yale University
New Haven, United States
Yale University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2004-12-17
- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English
- Duration 12 months