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Master of Earth and Ecosystem Science

Mount Pleasant, United States
2 years
English
On campus
Master

About the program

The programme takes a systems view of how natural environments function, combining atmospheric science, geology, biology, chemistry and mathematics, and prepares graduates to analyse and manage environmental challenges.

Program highlights

Internship available: yes
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (1): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Develop foundational and applied understanding of Earth and Ecosystem Science. Analyze discipline-specific problems and communicate findings clearly. Apply relevant research or professional methods in academic or practical contexts.

Career outcomes

Environmental scientist
environmental specialist
environmental engineer
conservation scientist
meteorologist
college instructor
wildlife biologist

Curriculum

Coursework is tailored with a faculty advisor and can include ecosystem science
environmental data analysis
hydrology
biogeochemistry
GIS and remote sensing and quantitative modelling. A thesis track with defence or a non-thesis track with a capstone is available
and research internships are offered. The degree is 30 credit hours.

Entry requirements

Academic

Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution or recognised equivalent
Cumulative GPA of at least 2.7 for most programmes
Official transcripts with English translation
English proficiency and programme-specific materials.

Minimum GPA

2.7

Accepted academic background

Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution (or recognised equivalent) with official transcripts and certificate/evidence of degree, Programme-specific materials (resume, Statement of purpose, Letters, Tests) vary

Language tests

TOEFL iBT 79
IELTS 6.5
PTE Academic 53
Duolingo 100

Documents you’ll need

Passport Copy
Academic Transcripts
Qualification Certificates
Curriculum Vitae
Statement of Purpose
English Proficiency Evidence If Required
Proof of Financial Support
Supporting Immigration Documents If Applicable

How to apply

Review the graduate admission requirements and intake dates. Prepare academic records and any program-specific documents. Complete the official application and submit the requested supporting documents. Provide language proficiency evidence if required. Pay any applicable official application fee. Review the admissions decision and arrange visa documents if necessary.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$19,566 USD
Application fee	$65 USD
Deposit	$2,000 USD

Program details

Campus	Main Campus
Faculty or school	College of Science and Engineering
Department	Earth and Ecosystem Science
Teaching language	English
Credit value	36
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	1
Scholarship note	Scholarships may be available for eligible applicants; award amounts, Conditions and program eligibility require confirmation.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
August 2027
Apply by
15 May 2027
182 days left
Program starts
January 2028
Apply by
1 Oct 2027
321 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 2 years.