Overview

The Environmental Science program offered by Florida Gulf Coast University is designed to meet the needs of students currently employed in the field, those recently completing an undergraduate degree, or anyone interested in a career change.

Our Master’s Program offers an integrated study of ecosystems (uplands, wetlands, estuaries and coastal systems), environmental science, and ecosystem restoration. We offer small class size and opportunities for research and professional development. Students are also encouraged to share their research with other professionals in the field by participating in regional and national conferences.

The core of the program focuses on:

Understanding the science of ecology;

Use of scientific methods;

Application of the concept of sustainability.

Graduates with M.S. in Evironmental Science from Florida Gulf Coast University will be able to:

An understanding of, and the ability to apply, the scientific method, and the capacity to design and conduct a relevant research investigation using qualitative and quantitative techniques

Mastery of appropriate methodologies (to include one or more of: statistical analyses, geographic information systems, field and laboratory techniques, system’s analysis and simulation modeling).

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Microbial Ecology

Ecotoxicology

Interpreting the Environment

Environmental Education

Data Analysis for Environmental Science

Environmental Policy

Environmental Law

Environmental Rsch Methodology

Estuarine Ecology

Advanced Ecology

Ecological Risk Assessment

Advanced Biogeochemistry

Carbonate Sed Petrol and Stratigr

Biological Oceanography

Limnology

Coastal & Watershed Geology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

36 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Fort Myers Beach, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

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Other requirements

General requirements

FGCU graduate application

Official academic transcripts from every college or university attended

Baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited institution

Cover letter of introduction including your academic, career goals and how FGCU can help you meet these goals

A statement of research interests (1 paragraph to 1 page)

Three letters of recommendation from people familiar with your academic and research potential

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

46836 USD / year

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Out-of-State

46836 USD / year

≈ 46836 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

13428 USD / year

≈ 13428 USD / year

Living costs

Fort Myers Beach

United States

900 - 1400 USD / month

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

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Overview

The core of the program focuses on:

Graduates with M.S. in Evironmental Science from Florida Gulf Coast University will be able to:

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Fort Myers Beach

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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