Overview

Why specialise in Environmental Management?

The Earth Sciences - Environmental Management programme of the University of Amsterdam is set up to equip you with the knowledge and skills necessary to become this professional. Furthermore, you will have the opportunity to combine your Master's track with the Science for Sustainability minor, which extends your horizon on sustainability issues.

After graduation

Graduates of this track are well equipped to develop a successful career as an applied earth scientist. Such specialists are in high demand to tackle the challenges of climate change. They are relied upon to translate scientific process knowledge into management strategies, in order to lessen the effects of climate change for society.

Is Environmental Management for you?

It is, if you are interested in:

deepening your knowledge and applying this knowledge for the benefit of society?

solving complex environmental issues?

practical training?

studying in a personal and inspiring environment?

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Vulnerability Assessment of Geo-ecosystems

Energy & Climate Change, Science, Policy and Economics

Integrated Coastal Dune Management

System Innovation and Transition Management

Research Workshop & Skills Lab

Science-based geo-ecological management

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-09-05 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-06-30 00:00:00 , EEA/EU
- Apply before 2024-06-30 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2024-01-31 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

92

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Earth Sciences Environmental Management View 21 other Masters in Earth Sciences in Netherlands

Academic requirements

GPA

3

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

92

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
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Accidents
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Other requirements

General requirements

Students are eligible to apply if they have a Bachelor's degree in Earth Sciences, or in Future Planet Studies combined with a major in Earth Sciences, or an (international) equivalent. Admission with a Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry or Computer Science is also possible under certain conditions.

All students go through an admissions procedure in which gaps in the students' knowledge and skills are identified. If necessary, students must be willing to study extracurricular course material, depending on your background, before starting the track.

Tuition Fee

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International

16060 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 16060 EUR per year during 24 months.
EU/EEA

2209 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 2209 EUR per year during 24 months.

Living costs for Amsterdam

1000 - 1500 EUR /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Earth Sciences - Environmental Management.

Available Scholarships

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