Program Overview
The Geography and Environmental Systems at University of Maryland Baltimore County 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 Geography and Environmental Systems 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
- Tuition: USD 20,286 (Tuition (Year)) — National students; USD 13,194 (Tuition (Year)) — In-State students
- Location: Baltimore, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Geography and Environmental Systems 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
- Introduction to Geography and Environmental Systems
- Research Methods in Geography and Environmental Systems
- Department Seminar (1 credit, to be taken in Fall of the first year; students will be expected to attend in subsequent semesters but will not be required to register for credit)
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).
Students wishing to enter the Ph.D. or the M.S. programs in Geography and Environmental Systems (GES) are encouraged to identify one or two prospective faculty mentors if they are looking to do a Ph.D. or a thesis-based M.S. and contact them to discuss research opportunities in advance of submitting the application.
Students do not need to have majored in Geography or Environmental Science in order to apply to our program. The admissions committee will take previous background into account when recommending any courses that may need to be taken either before starting the program or in the first year of the program.
Applications must meet the minimum standards for admission to the University of Maryland Graduate School, Baltimore. Details of the admissions process can found at the UMBC Graduate School.
Candidates for admission must have earned a bachelor\xc2\x92s degree at an accredited U.S. university or an equivalent degree from a comparable foreign institution, with a minimum GPA of 3.0 overall and 3.3 for the major. All applicants must submit scores for the Graduate Record Examination (Aptitude Test). Scores on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) must be submitted by applicants whose native language is not English and who do not have a degree from a U.S. postsecondary institution.
Decisions on admission are made by the Department\xc2\x92s Graduate Admissions Committee and are based on the applicant\xc2\x92s transcripts, letters of recommendation, the personal statement of goals and objectives, and GRE scores. All original application documents must be sent as a package directly to the UMBC Graduate School. NOTE: International students must submit their materials earlier than the Department\xc2\x92s deadline of Feb 1.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 20,286 (Tuition (Year)) — National students; USD 13,194 (Tuition (Year)) — In-State students
Tuition fees: USD 20,286 (Tuition (Year)) — National students; USD 13,194 (Tuition (Year)) — In-State students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Maryland Baltimore County 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 Maryland Baltimore County
University of Maryland Baltimore County
Baltimore, United States
University of Maryland Baltimore County is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months