Overview

Earth Sciences - Earth and Climate at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam will give you the knowledge and skill-set you need if you want to help tackle the complex problems our planet faces today.

Future:

At the end of the programme, you will have acquired a sound knowledge of sustainability-related Earth Sciences knowledge, combined with the additional perspectives of economics and governance. This unique combination will enable you to pursue advanced careers in research, consultancy, international organizations and companies, and governments. Graduates will also qualify for national and international sustainability PhD programmes.

Programme Structure

Streams:

Stream E&C 1: Climate Dynamics and Earth System Modelling

Stream E&C 2: Paleoceanography and Biogeochemical Cycles

Stream E&C 3: Earth Surface Dynamics

Stream E&C 4: Remote Sensing and Spatial Analysis

Stream G&G and E&C 5: Sedimentology and Stratigraphy

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-04 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-04-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , EEA/EU

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

92

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Amsterdam, Netherlands

Disciplines

Earth Sciences Climate Studies & Meteorology View 13 other Masters in Climate Studies & Meteorology in Netherlands

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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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Other requirements

General requirements

The Earth Sciences programme is open to both Dutch and international students. The Faculty’s Admission Board will decide upon your admission after having evaluated your complete online application. In order to gain admission to one of our Master’s programmes, you will need to have at least a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited research university including at least three full years of academic study amounting to a minimum of 180 ECTS or equivalent. We do not require a GRE or GMAT test score.
Students who hold a certificate equivalent to a VU Amsterdam BSc/MCs degree obtained at an institution outside of the Netherlands may be admitted to the Master's programme in Earth Sciences on the basis of a decision to that effect taken by the Admission Board.

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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Tuition Fee

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International

23490 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 23490 EUR per year during 24 months.
EU/EEA

22000 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 22000 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

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