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4.8k Master's degrees in Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences programmes offer a comprehensive understanding of ecological systems, sustainability, and earth processes. For those considering these fields, tuition fees can vary widely. The lower-end tuition fee, represented by the €1,304, offers an accessible entry point for students. Meanwhile, the typical tuition fee, denoted by the €19,135, provides a benchmark for what most students might expect to pay. On the higher end, the €45,601 reflects the cost for premium programmes or institutions. It's encouraging to note that a significant 10% of programmes fall within a budget-friendly range, making these fields accessible to a broader audience. Additionally, the growing trend of online learning is evident, with a 12% of Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences programmes now available online, offering flexibility for students worldwide.

Sustainability and Renewables
Learn to analyse and study the ongoing international renewable energy transition from a range of perspectives through this MSc Sustainability and Renewables from University of Dundee.
European Forestry
European Forestry from University of Lleida is a two-year interdisciplinary programme that provides academic education in the field of sustainable resource management with an emphasis on current bioeconomy issues.
Sustainability and Adaptation
The Centre for Alternative Technology offers a Master of Science in Sustainability and Adaptation, designed to be completed in 18 months through full-time study. This programme provides an in-depth exploration of sustainability issues and solutions, allowing students to engage with critical environmental topics in a flexible learning environment.
Earthquake Risk Reduction
Earthquake Risk Reduction from Bogazici University consists of a minimum 24 credit hour course load and a Master of Science Thesis.
Mining Geology
Today, issues of quality management of mineral raw materials, as well as engineering-geological and hydrogeological support, are key to the development of the entire mining industry.
Rangeland Ecology and Watershed Management
The Rangeland Ecology and Watershed Management Program from University of Wyoming offers you a unique opportunity to blend your rangeland ecology background with courses in wildland watershed management and hydrology.
Soil Science
At Soil Science from University of Pretoria we strive to continuously improve our high impact research and significantly address the national shortage of PhD graduates that respond to global and local challenges.
Sustainable Communities
Binghamton University offers an innovative master’s program in Sustainable Communities. This program reflects vital community needs for collaborative policies, processes and relationships.
Coastal Science and Policy
The Coastal Science and Policy M.S. at University of California, Santa Cruz is a professional master degree designed for future leaders. This public study mode programme focuses on real-world sustainability solutions. Students engage in intensive training to address urgent environmental challenges across global coastal systems.

Medical Toxicology
This programme from Cardiff University is available to those who have already completed our PgDip in Medical Toxicology.
Climate Science
Climate Science is the study of the atmosphere, land, water cycle and how they interact and change. The Climate Science program of the Utah State University focuses on climate variability, prediction/attribution, land surface processes, paleoclimate, and exchanges between land ecosystems and the atmosphere.
Forest Resources
Research degree at the University of Georgia designed for students who want to specialize in Fisheries & Aquatic Sciences; Forest Biology & Management; Forest Resources; Natural Resources Management & Sustainability; Parks, Recreation & Tourism; or Wildlife Ecology & Management.
Atmosphere, Climate and Ecosystems
Atmosphere, Climate and Ecosystems from University of Gothenburg adds resources to the understanding of and solutions for the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
Sustainability and Adaptation
Focus on researching the causes and urgency of climate change, the solutions we have already, and the actions needed.The course offers a holistic view of sustainability through its taught modules and allows students to independently research and use the concepts of sustainability and adaptation transformation to frame an analysis of climate change policy and its implications for society.
Holocene Climates
This Holocene Climates course from the University of Cambridge offers an 10-month programme of advanced study and research into the natural and anthropogenic causes and ecological and societal consequences of Holocene climate variability.
Heritage Materials Conservation
Gain the skills required to propel your career in the cultural heritage and museum sector. Explore how to identify materials and how they’re made and begin the journey of learning how to conserve them as collections in museums and galleries, or as part of built heritage sites with the Graduate Certificate in Heritage Materials Conservation from University of Canberra.
Urban Studies - Urban Business and Development - Real Estate and Transport
Urban Studies - Urban Business and Development - Real Estate and Transport from Malmö University focuses on economic and business perspectives of urban development.
Climate Change Science (Research)
Climate Change Science (Research) from Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia helps students master the tools needed to understand the climate change system and mitigate its impact on economics and ecosystem.
Energy Efficiency and Sustainability
The Energy Efficiency and Sustainability program from University of A Coruña offers the possibility of acquiring the necessary knowledge and experience on the definition, design and exploitation and management of renewable energies with a minimum impact and guaranteeing sustainable development.
Environmental Management (with concentration in Ecosystem Science and Conservation)
With a focus on the natural and social sciences, the Master in Environmental Management (with concentration in Ecosystem Science and Conservation) program oferred by Duke University gives students the knowledge and skills needed to advance the sustainable stewardship of our natural resources.