Overview

Why the Environmental Sciences program at The Cyprus Institute ?

Aligned with the research activities and educational focus of the Climate and Atmosphere Research Centre (CARE-C), a regional European Center of Excellence for Climate and Atmosphere Research based in Cyprus for the EMME region, focusing on addressing urgent climate change and air pollution challenges and impacts in the EMME
Addressing great societal challenges at national and regional levels in line with the Cyprus Climate Change Initiative, launched by the Government of the Republic and scientifically coordinated by the CyI, aiming at the development of a Regional Action Plan to address specific needs and challenges faced by the EMME region
Strong research component: students involved in research activities in different laboratories of the CyI; project/thesis carried out in a research team, providing a great opportunity for being exposed to researchers that are active in cutting edge topics; research oftentimes ends up in reports and scientific publications
Possibility for summer project or internships with industry and the private sector

Career prospects

Atmospheric Sciences Track: career opportunities in environmental consulting agencies, environmental monitoring divisions of public and private institutions, research institutions and universities
Meteorology Track: career opportunities in national meteorological services, meteorological consulting, software or instrumentation companies, media, commercial weather services, insurance and finance, research institutions and universities

Opportunity to pursue a PhD; graduates can apply for the PhD in Energy, Environment and Atmospheric Sciences offered at CyI, with certain course requirements waived and with generous financial aid options

Research Infrastructure

Cyprus Atmospheric Observatory (Cao)
Unmanned Systems Research Laboratory (Usrl)
Facility For Chemical Analyses (Fca)
High Performance Computing Facility (Cyclone)
Instrumentation For Nanoparticle Synthesis And Characterisation Laboratory

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Atmospheric Physics and Meteorology
Climatology
Atmospheric Chemistry and Biology (AST)
Atmospheric Measurement Techniques (AST)
Dynamic Meteorology (MT)

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-10-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-05-01 00:00:00
Starting 2025-10-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-07-03 00:00:00

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International applicants should apply early to avoid disappointment due to immigration deadlines.

Early admissions (for EU and international students): December 20

Regular admissions (for EU and international students): May 1

Late admissions: (Open for EU & international students who do not require a visa): July 3

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

79

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Credits

90 ECTS

MSc/MPhil: 120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Climate Studies & Meteorology Environmental Sciences

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

79

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Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

To be considered for admission to a Master’s Program, applicants must have the following:

A Bachelor’s degree from a recognized accredited academic institution with a strong background in a relevant field of study.

CV

Statement of Intent
References

Proof of English language proficiency Applicants whose first language is not English must provide recent evidence that their spoken and written command of the English language is adequate for the program to which they are applying.

Proof of English language proficiency may be demonstrated by submitting one of the following certificates:

IELTS Academic Version: at least 6.5 (taken within the past 2 years)
TOEFL Internet-based Test: at least 79 (taken within the past 2 years)
GCSE/IGCSE: Grade C or above (preferably with speaking)

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Tuition Fee

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International

5400 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 5400 EUR per year during 12 months.
EU/EEA

5400 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 5400 EUR per year during 12 months.

MSc Degree: €5400 per full proramme

MSc / MPhil: €7200 per full programme

Living costs for Nicosia

576 - 866 EUR /month

Living costs

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

Funding

The Cyprus Institute offers financial support to prospective students based on academic merit. The financial support may be offered as a scholarship, research fellowship or work-study or a combination of any of these types of support.

The Cyprus Institute offers full or partial scholarships to outstanding students to cover tuition fees and/or living expenses. These awards are typically for doctoral students but exceptional Master's students may also be considered.

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Scholarships Information

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

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Overview

Why the Environmental Sciences program at The Cyprus Institute ?

Career prospects

Research Infrastructure

Get more details

Programme Structure

Check out the full curriculum

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Credits

Delivered

Disciplines

Explore more key information

Academic requirements

English requirements

Student insurance

Other requirements

General requirements

Make sure you meet all requirements

Tuition Fee

International

EU/EEA

Living costs for Nicosia

Funding

Check for any work restrictions

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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