421 Master's degrees in Earth Sciences

Gain hands-on experience on this practical based MSc by Research in Life Sciences, while developing an understanding of relevant research techniques. The University of Warwick's School of Life Sciences conducts world-leading interdisciplinary research.

The Earth and Environmental Sciences programme at the University of Michigan is a comprehensive master level course. Delivered through a public study mode, this curriculum focuses on advanced geological and ecological research. Students engage in rigorous academic training designed to address complex global challenges.

The graduate degree Earth Sciences program in The Ohio State University provides students the opportunity to develop advanced professional training in the Earth and Environmental Sciences and Geodetic Science.

The Earth Sciences M.Sc. at Simon Fraser University is a research-focused programme designed for advanced geoscience training. This full-time public course typically lasts six terms. Students engage in original research and specialised coursework to prepare for professional careers in various scientific organisations.

The Earth and Planetary Sciences course of Rutgers University is designed to provide an educational environment to encourage students to become competent and technically adept Earth and planetary scientists who wish to pursue a career in education, industry, government, nongovernmental organizations, or the service sector

The European Forestry programme of Mendel University in Brno is a great choice to understand the European concept of professional forest management within the context of resource and environmental planning of sustainable systems.

The Experimental Geosciences programme of University of Bayreuth pursues training and research in one of the central areas in modern Earth Sciences: the experimental simulation of processes occurring in the Earth. This includes the characterization of physical and chemical properties of Earth materials to advance our understanding of such properties.

The Earth Sciences programme at Montana State University offers advanced Master of Science and Doctor of Philosophy degrees. This research-focused curriculum is delivered full-time on campus, allowing students to specialise in diverse subfields ranging from geography to paleobiology through independent thesis work.

The Land Rehabilitation Thesis M.S. at Montana State University provides advanced training in restoration ecology. This full-time, cross-departmental programme focuses on soil, plant, and water sciences. Students develop expertise in site revegetation and remediation through research-based study over a standard duration.

The Earth Systems Science programme at George Mason University is a research-focused Master of Science degree. Delivered in a public study mode, it examines the complex interactions between the atmosphere, hydrosphere, and lithosphere. Students gain advanced skills in observation and analysis over a standard duration.

This Applied Geophysics program is a joint degree program, in which three universities are involved: RWTH Aachen University, TU Delft, and ETH Zürich.

The Earth Sciences M.Sc. at the University of Minnesota is a comprehensive postgraduate programme designed for advanced geological study. This public course offers flexible pathways, including thesis and coursework options, to suit diverse professional goals. Students engage in high-level research across various scientific disciplines.

The Department of Geosciences at Fort Hays State University offers a flexible Master of Science (M.S.) in Geosciences.

The Earth Sciences - Science, Society and Policy programme at the University of Ottawa is a research-intensive Master of Science. This public course offers full-time or part-time study modes over 24 months. It combines advanced geoscience with policy training to address complex scientific and societal challenges.

The Geophysics programme at Southern Methodist University is a rigorous research-focused degree offered by the Roy M. Huffington Department of Earth Sciences. Available as both an M.S. and Ph.D., this full-time course provides advanced training in theoretical seismology and crustal structure within a world-class facility.

The Teaching - Secondary Earth Science M.A.T. at Eastern Michigan University is a full-time graduate programme designed for initial teacher certification. This public study mode course lasts approximately two years, preparing students with a science background to educate grades 6-12 in Earth and Space Science effectively.

The Mining Geological - Geophysical Engineering program from The University of Arizona serves as a precursor for subsequent Ph.D. studies by connecting you with a faculty member to embark on a high-profile research topic.

The objectives of the Earth Sciences MSc program from University of Memphis are the attainment and development of depth of the Earth Sciences knowledge, and the ability to apply this knowledge to student’s career development, in at least one of the following areas: (1) geography; (2) geology; (3) archaeology; (4) environmental sciences; (5) interdisciplinary studies.

The integration of basic research, applied research and engineering within the NAWI Graz Geocenter and in the Geosciences course at Karl-Franzens University of Graz is a unique selling point in German-speaking countries. 

This MSc Geoscience from University College London (UCL) is a uniquely broad and flexible programme that suits students' aspirations, background and experience.