Lincoln University of Missouri College of Agriculture, Environmental and Human Sciences Master of Science in Environmental Science
Lincoln University of Missouri College of Agriculture, Environmental and Human Sciences

Lincoln University of Missouri College of Agriculture, Environmental and Human Sciences

Master of Science in Environmental Science

Jefferson City, USA

MSc

English

Sep 2026

On-Campus

Key Summary

    About: The Master of Science in Environmental Science focuses on understanding environmental issues through scientific methods. This program explores various topics such as ecosystem dynamics, environmental policy, and sustainability practices. Students engage in hands-on research experiences and collaborate with professionals in the field to address real-world challenges affecting the environment. The course typically spans two years of full-time study, incorporating both theoretical and practical aspects of environmental science.
    Career Outcomes: Graduates can pursue careers as environmental scientists, policy analysts, conservation specialists, or roles in environmental consultancy. Other potential paths include positions in government agencies, non-profit organizations, and private corporations dedicated to environmental sustainability.

Environmental science is the study of the interactions between the atmosphere, biosphere, geosphere, and hydrosphere, emphasising the degradation of the environment as a consequence of human activity and its impact on biodiversity and sustainability. It is an inherently interdisciplinary field that draws knowledge from the natural and social sciences and law. Based on this fact, our graduate degree program is designed on the following fundamental guiding principles: