Program Overview
The Environmental Science at Qatar 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 Science programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Qatar 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 5.5
- Tuition: EUR 509 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; EUR 509 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
- Location: Doha, Qatar
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Environmental Science 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
- Environmental Chemistry
- Microbiological Processes in Environmental Systems
- Regulation, the Environment and Qatar Public Policy
- Earth Systems
- Graduate Seminar in Environmental Science
- Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Databases
- Internship/Technical Report
- Experimental Design and Statistical Analysis
- Graduate Research and Thesis
- Environmental Health and Safety
- Epidemiology
- Air Pollution
- Environmental Biosafety and Biosecurity
- Environmental Bioethics
- International Environmental Law
- Water and Human Development
- Environmental Toxicology and Pollution
- Marine Environment and Human Development
- Renewable Energy Resources and Global Change
- Biological Conservation and Biodiversity in Qatar
- Environmental Genomics and Bio-Engineering
- Solid Waste Management
- Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Databases (Elective For Thesis Option)
- Experimental Design and Statistical Analysis (Elective For Project Option)
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
All applicants to the Master in Environmental Science program who meet the following minimum criteria will be considered for admission to Qatar University:
- Completed a Bachelor degree in Science, engineering, or related field with minimum cumulative GPA of 2.80 out of 4.00 or equivalent from a university or college accredited by an international accrediting association or by the Ministry of Higher Education or comparable in that country. Students with minimum cumulative GPA of 2.50 out of 4.00 or equivalent can apply only for the project (professional) option.
English Proficiency: IELTS 5.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 509 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; EUR 509 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
Tuition fees: EUR 509 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; EUR 509 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 5.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Qatar 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 University of Qatar
University of Qatar
Doha, Qatar
University of Qatar 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 2015-05-18
- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English
- Duration 24 months