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Overview
Human activities are generating changes to Earth’s land surface, oceans, coasts and atmosphere, biological diversity, water cycle, and biogeochemical cycles that demand graduate-level research and technical expertise. The M.S. program is intended for those primarily interested in the science of the Earth’s systems, as well as how that science can be integrated into programs of action that lead to sustainability.
Why Study Earth System Science & Policy at University of North Dakota?
Study the planet's different systems — hydrosphere, lithosphere, atmosphere, biosphere and anthroposphere — as an integrated Earth system. The M.S. prepares you for a wide variety of opportunities that touch many industries and government agencies, as well research that focuses on the sustainability of environmental-human interactions within the greater context of the Earth System.
In the M.S. graduate program, you'll gain valuable foundational and technical knowledge to help solve problem areas related to Earth sustainability and global change. Participate in cutting-edge research in vital areas such as glaciology and glacio-hydrology, agro-ecology, theoretical ecology and macroecology, renewable energy, physical earth processes, oceanography, public policy, environmental economics, Earth systems modeling, and geospatial analysis.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Earth System Science and Policy
- Earth System Science and Policy Laboratory
- Ecosystem Services: Valuing Nature in a Market Society
- Earth Systems Modeling
- Advanced Topics in Geospatial Technologies
- Communicating Environmental Information
- Environmental Economics, Policy and Management
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
IELTS 6
TOEFL® IBT 76
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Earth Sciences Sustainable Development View 220 other Masters in Earth Sciences in United StatesAcademic requirements
GPA 3
GRE® Required
English requirements
IELTS 6
TOEFL® IBT 76
Other requirements
General requirements
- Hold a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
- Have satisfactorily completed a minimum of college-level algebra plus 3 credits of college statistics or calculus.
- Have completed a minimum of 12 semester credits in the natural or physical sciences, e.g., physics, chemistry, geosciences, biology or related sciences.
- Have earned a minimum average GPA of 3.00 on a 4.00 scale, on all upper division college-level coursework.
- Submit score from the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) General Test.
- Satisfy the School of Graduate Studies’ English Language Proficiency requirements as published in the graduate catalog.
Tuition Fee
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International
23005 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 23005 USD per year during 24 months. -
National
17254 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 17254 USD per year during 24 months. -
In-State
11502 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 11502 USD per year during 24 months.
- Minnesota residents: 14,608.32 USD per year
Living costs for Grand Forks
1000 - 2180 USD /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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