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Overview
At the Environmental Studies MSc program from San José State University global and local perspectives are integrated in the coursework and the faculty and students embrace a diversity of perspectives.
Graduates with Environmental Studies from San José State University will be able to:
- thoroughly review literature and research in a specific area of environmental studies and able to formulate original research questions based on critical analysis of aforementioned review.
- develop appropriate and feasible methods for original research project.
- possess thorough knowledge of the history of environmental thought.
- carry out original research plan and write a high-quality scholarly thesis or professional report.
- present original research results in a public oral defense.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Environmental Methods
- Environmental Thought and Philosophy
- Research and Proposal Development
- Master’s Thesis or Project
- Special Study
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
IELTS 6.5
PTE Academic 53
TOEFL® IBT 92
Credits
30 SCH
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Environmental Economics & Policy Environmental Management Environmental Sciences View 202 other Masters in Environmental Economics & Policy in United StatesAcademic requirements
GPA 3
English requirements
IELTS 6.5
PTE Academic 53
TOEFL® IBT 92
Other requirements
General requirements
- An undergraduate degree in Environmental Studies or related field from an accredited institution
- An overall grade point average of 3.0 (“B”) or better for the last 60 semester units of academic study
- Two letters of recommendation from university faculty members or professionals in the field
- A personal statement of purpose that describes your background and objectives for seeking the MS - Environmental Studies at SJSU
- Applicants from countries in which the native language is not English must achieve a minimum score of 580 (Paper Based), 237 (Computer Based), or 92 (Internet Based) on the TOEFL exam for foreign students
- Good academic standing at the last institution attended
- International Coursework and Degrees
- Submit U.S./Canada Transcripts
- Submit Test Scores
- Submit Declaration of Finance Form
- Submit Bank Letter or Bank Statement
- Submit Copy of Current Passport
- Submit Copy of Current Visa
Tuition Fee
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International
7176 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 3588 USD per semester during 12 months. -
National
7176 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 3588 USD per semester during 12 months.
- Non-CA Resident tuition includes an additional $396 per unit.
Living costs for San Jose
1740 - 3150 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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