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The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (Guangzhou)
Red Bird MPhil Program - Specialisation in Earth, Ocean, and Atmospheric Sciences
- Guangzhou, China
M.Phil. (Master of Philosophy)
Full time
2 years
On-Campus
English
For the Earth, Ocean, and Atmospheric Sciences specialisation. The Red Bird MPhil Program explores a student-centered interdisciplinary education paradigm through guided learning, creating an optimal growth environment for future strategic engineers and scientists to discover themselves, unleash their potential, and continuously improve their abilities.


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UNIR
Master's Degree in Environmental Management
- Online
Master degree
Full time
1 year
Distance Learning
English
This master's program offers a comprehensive overview of environmental and energy management in organizations. It includes environmental impact assessments, energy audits, legislation, and sustainability strategies to improve efficiency and reduce environmental impact.


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Ghent University - Faculty of Bioscience Engineering
Master of Science in Environmental Science and Technology
- Ghent, Belgium
MSc
Full time
2 years
On-Campus
English
The MSc in Environmental Science and Technology will train a new generation of professionals to provide sustainable solutions for increasingly complex environmental problems. You will learn to create a healthier living environment for all, whilst avoiding pollution, preserving our ecosystems, and sustainably using and recovering resources.


University of Groningen
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MSc Energy and Environmental Sciences
- Groningen, Netherlands
MSc
Full time
24 months
On-Campus
English
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While the global challenges with respect to the environment and sustainability are huge and can only be addressed in an interdisciplinary approach, they also call for specialization. The Energy and Environmental Sciences (EES) Program provides a series of introductory courses that give a general overview of the problem-field, and then allows for specialization towards any of a broad range of subjects within energy or sustainability, treating it from a natural science perspective. However, it trains the students that the natural sciences/technical approach to and solution of problems is only a part of the story and collaboration with other scientific disciplines is vital.


The University of North Carolina at Charlotte
Earth Sciences, M.S.
- Charlotte, USA
MSc
Full time
30 hours
On-Campus
English
The Department of Earth, Environmental, and Geographical Sciences offers a Master of Science in Earth Sciences degree with opportunities for study and research in the areas of geology, hydrology, atmospheric science, surface processes, environmental science, remote sensing, and geospatial analysis. Graduate students have access to faculty with a broad range of expertise, as well as access to extensive field, laboratory, and computing facilities.
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University of Helsinki
Master in Environmental Change and Global Sustainability
- Helsinki, Finland
MSc
Full time
2 years
On-Campus
English, Finnish, Swedish
Global socio-ecological problems call for multidisciplinary solutions that transcend the usual boundaries of science and decision-making. In the Master's Programme in Environmental Change and Global Sustainability (ECGS), you are trained to tackle global environmental and sustainability challenges by lectures, seminars, project learning and laboratory and field courses.


The Cyprus Institute
MSc/MPhil in Environmental and Energy Sciences
- Nicosia, Cyprus
MSc
Full time, Part time
12 months
On-Campus
English
The MSc/MPhil in Environmental and Energy Sciences promotes research excellence and educates students on the scientific frontiers and advanced methodologies at the vanguard of interconnected issues related to Meteorology and Atmospheric Sciences, Water Sciences, Energy and Sustainability.


Umeå University - Faculty of Science and Technology
Master in Environmental Science and Sustainability
- Umeå, Sweden
MSc
Full time
2 years
On-Campus
English
The Master's Programme in Environmental Science and Sustainability aims to develop your competence in working with environmental issues. You will study environmental issues from a scientific perspective - analysing causes, relationships and possible solutions to environmental problems. Sustainable development is a core theme within the programme, which will help you prepare for your future career, whether you aim to work at a government agency or in the private sector.


Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences
Masters in Soil, Water and Environment
- Uppsala, Sweden
Master degree
Full time
2 years
On-Campus
English
Soil, water and the environment are of major concern at all levels of society. This unique Master’s programme prepares you for a future career as a soil and water expert.


University of Memphis (inactive)
Earth Sciences, (MA)
- Memphis, USA
MA
Full time
On-Campus
English
The Master's program in Earth Sciences (MA) is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the physical, chemical, and biological processes shaping the Earth. The curriculum emp...


University of Groningen
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MSc in Energy and Environmental Sciences
- Groningen, Netherlands
MSc
Full time
2 years
On-Campus
English
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The global challenges with respect to the environment and sustainability are huge and can only be addressed in an interdisciplinary approach. Since it is impossible to address all these issues equally in a Master's degree program, specialization is essential.


Université de Pau et des Pays de l'Adour
Master of Applied Social Sciences in Energy and Environmental Transitions ( ASSET )
- Pau, France
Master degree
Full time
1 year
Distance Learning, On-Campus, Blended
English
The UPPA is opening a 5-year integrated Master’s/Ph.D. program of excellence linked to the research fields of energy and the environment with research-intensive training in multiple fields. The "Master of Applied Social Sciences in Energy and Environmental Transitions ( ASSET )" is a track of the Master's degree "Science of sustainability". It is an interdisciplinary graduate training of excellence in 2 years of training in sustainability sciences from the perspective of social sciences. It deals with the problems of energy and environmental transitions by crossing the knowledge, skills, and experiences of research professors from different disciplinary families and by operating as much as possible in a collaborative configuration (where the knowledge acquired is then shared), and from project-based and problem-oriented teaching.


Ben-Gurion University of the Negev
M.Sc. in Geological and Environmental Studies
- Be'er Sheva, Israel
- Sde Boker, Israel
MSc
Full time
2 years
On-Campus
English
The M.Sc. in Geological and Environmental Studies Program at the Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences is a research degree with a thesis, designed to impart research skills and professional competence in a variety of fields in geology and environmental science. The study program is subject to rules and regulations set by the Faculty of Natural Sciences, including awarding of credit points and eligibility for scholarships and teaching assistantships.


Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV)
Erasmus Mundus Master Degree in Engineering for Environmental Sustainability and International Cooperation
- Valencia, Spain
Master degree
Full time
2 years
On-Campus
English
The Erasmus Mundus Master Degree in Engineering for Environmental Sustainability and International Cooperation trains professionals capable of addressing complex environmental challenges with a global perspective. Thanks to mobility among leading European universities, it combines civil and environmental engineering, international cooperation, and innovative solutions based on sustainability.


Umeå University - Faculty of Science and Technology
Master in Earth Science
- Umeå, Sweden
Master degree
Full time
2 years
On-Campus
English
Within the master's programme in Earth Science you will study natural earth processes, climate change and the impact of human influences such as natural resources and environmental disruption. Impact on earth processes leads to substantial changes in the environment. You will develop awareness and in-depth knowledge of environmental changes over years to millennia in different types of environments.


King's College London - Faculty of Social Science & Public Policy
MSc Environmental Science for Sustainability
- London, United Kingdom
MSc
Full time, Part time
1 year
On-Campus
English
Gain practical skills in environmental science & sustainability with our MSc. Learn impact assessment, data analysis, and environmental monitoring across land, water & air. Study in-person or remotely, full-time or part-time. Tailor your studies for careers in sustainability, research, or industry.


Johns Hopkins University, Advanced Academic Programs
Master of Science in Environmental Sciences and Policy
- Online USA
MSc
Part time
1 year
Distance Learning
English
The Master of Science in Environmental Science and Policy is a springboard to leadership for environmental professionals. The program gives students a powerful understanding of where the sciences overlap and inform policy while providing insight into how policy is implemented and affects environmental outcomes.
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Learn more about Environmental and Earth Sciences Masters degree programs
You'll examine the systems that shape our planet, from atmospheric circulation to soil degradation, groundwater movement, and tectonic activity. A Master's in Environmental and Earth Sciences takes you well beyond foundational concepts into the methods professionals use to assess, monitor, and respond to real environmental problems.
The learning environment fosters independent inquiry and rigorous analytical thinking. Through applied coursework in areas like environmental impact assessment, geospatial analysis, and climate modeling, you'll work with remote sensing tools, field sampling techniques, and laboratory methods to interpret data at a professional level. You'll also develop skills in scientific writing and stakeholder communication, both essential in this sector.
Career paths span environmental consulting, regulatory agencies, natural resource management, geological surveying, and research institutions. Some graduates move into policy roles where scientific evidence directly informs decision-making. Others focus on hydrology, coastal systems, or land remediation. The Master's level signals to employers that you can lead projects, design research, and draw conclusions from complex datasets, not just collect them. That distinction matters when you're applying for senior or specialist roles.