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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 €1,215, offers an accessible entry point for students. Meanwhile, the typical tuition fee, denoted by the €19,108, provides a benchmark for what most students might expect to pay. On the higher end, the €45,166 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.
Geosciences
The Geosciences programme at Western Michigan University offers a comprehensive master level education for aspiring earth scientists. This public study mode course provides advanced training in geological principles. Students engage in rigorous academic research over a standard duration to master complex environmental systems.
Aquatic and Fisheries Science
Students often begin their research project in the first quarter. Required coursework is minimal to allow for a self-designed plan of study tailored to support the research project. Most of University of Washington's Aquatic and Fisheries Science MS students complete the program with at least one publication and most PhD students graduate with multiple publications.
Psychology and Sustainability
The study Psychology and Sustainability programme at Leuphana University of Lüneburg is realised as a Double Degree Master in Sustainability AND Environmental Psychology in cooperation with the University of Groningen in the Netherlands.
Environmental and Chemical Sciences- Environmental Science
The M.Sc. in Environmental and Chemical Sciences- Environmental Science at McNeese State University is a professional postgraduate programme delivered via public study mode. This flexible degree offers both thesis and non-thesis pathways, focusing on advanced scientific research and environmental management over a variable duration.
Agricultural, Food and Environmental Policy Analysis
In this Agricultural, Food and Environmental Policy Analysis programme from Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences the students will learn to analyse and design policies targeted at food, agriculture and environmental sectors.
Resources, Environment and Sustainability
The M.A. in Resources, Environment and Sustainability at the University of British Columbia is a full-time, in-person programme based in Vancouver. This interdisciplinary course focuses on resource management and ecological health. Students complete advanced coursework and a thesis over a standard two-year duration.
Geography and Environmental Resources
The graduate Geography and Environmental Resources program at Southern Illinois University in the M.S. program study the dynamic relationship between nature and society in the field and the computer laboratory as well as in the traditional classroom.
Energy Smart Innovation in the Built Environment
The Energy Smart Innovation in the Built Environment program at Halmstad University gives you a better understanding of renewable energy in the built environment and you do practical work to apply solutions to one of the major issues of our time: how we build an urban society where energy consumption and energy supply are sustainable in the long term.
Geosciences
The Geosciences program of Virginia Tech focuses on research, education and outreach dealing with the nature of the earth. We offer the MS and PhD degree programs at the Blacksburg campus.
Sustainable Urbanism
The Sustainable Urbanism at the UCL brings together urban sustainability theory, policy and design to tackle the impact of rapid urbanisation on the environment and society.

The Low Carbon Just Transition
Explore disclosure, transparency, and ethics in the energy sector, and learn how to navigate societal issues while working towards a low-carbon economy through this LLM The Low Carbon Just Transition from University of Dundee.

Marine Sciences
The Marine Sciences programme from Newcastle University will provide research training, supervision and collaboration to international standards. You can choose a wide range of topics within the marine science research groups.
Applied Geophysics
The Applied Geophysics program at ETH Zurich - Swiss Federal Institute of Technology is a two-year joint degree program offered by three of Europe's leading science and technology institutions.
Bioinformatics - Bioscience Engineering
The general objective of the Master's program of Science in Bioinformatics - Bioscience Engineering at Ghent University is gaining a better and preferentially more quantitative molecular understanding of cellular processes by integrating and modeling high throughput molecular data.
Life Sciences
The Life Sciences School at Jawaharlal Nehru University was established in 1970-71, making it the first Science School in the University
International Material Flow Management (IMAT)
International Material Flow Management (IMAT) is a dual-degree program managed jointly by Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University (APU) and the Institute of Applied Material Flow Management (IFaS), an innovative research institute of the Trier University of Applied Sciences (Germany).

Circular Economy and Sustainable Innovation
The Circular Economy and Sustainable Innovation course at ESDES Business School offers an in-depth exploration of the principles, strategies and practices necessary to create a sustainable and circular economy. It provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the Circular Economy framework and its applications across various sectors.
International Health and Sustainable Development
The Sustainable Development from Tulane University curriculum offers a balance between structure and flexibility so that students can fulfill their unique academic needs with coursework that can adapt to important emerging areas in the field.
Artificial Intelligence for Sustainable Development
The MSc in Artificial Intelligence for Sustainable Development at UCL is a one-year full-time programme. This degree combines advanced AI training with a focus on addressing global sustainability challenges. Graduates will be equipped to develop impactful solutions, positioning themselves at the forefront of this vital sector.

Global Energy and Climate Policy
On the Global Energy and Climate Policy degree programme from SOAS University of London you will acquire theoretical knowledge of climate and energy policies as well as practical skills in risk analysis, policy analysis and strategic advocacy.