Program Overview
The Marine Estuarine Environmental Sciences at University of Maryland is a MSc programme in Natural Sciences, 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 Marine Estuarine 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
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: USD 1,474 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 683 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: College Park, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Marine Estuarine 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
- Agricultural Science
- Animal Science
- Atmospheric & Oceanic Science
- Agricultural & Resource Economics
- Biochemistry
- Biology
- Biometrics
- Business Management
- Biological Sciences
- Biotechnology
- Chemistry
- Computer Science
- Sustainable Development & Conservation Biology
- Economics
- Civil Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Environmental Science & Technology
- Entomology
- Environmental Science
- Epidemiology & Biostatistics
- Geography
- Geology
- Geography & Environmental Systems
- Mathematics
- Marine-Estuarine-Environmental Science
- Molecular & Cell Biology
- Natural Resources Sciences
- Pathology
- Plant Biology
- Physics
- Plant Sciences
- Public Affairs
- Statistics
- Toxicology
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).
1. The applicant\'s research interests must be clearly stated and relevant to the MEES Foundation
2.\xc2\xa0The academic preparation of the applicant must be consistent with stated interests and Foundation requirements.
3. All prerequisite courses must be completed with a grade of C or better
4.\xc2\xa0The undergraduate GPA must be at least 3.0, although some students with a GPA below 3.0 may be provisionally accepted based on related research or work experience.
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 1,474 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 683 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 1,474 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 683 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Maryland 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
University of Maryland
College Park, United States
The University of Maryland, College Park is a public land-grant research university in College Park, Maryland, United States near Washington, D.C. Founded in 1856, UMD is the flagship institution...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2030-09-17
- Start Date 2018-01-01
- Language English