Master Environmental Sciences
Are you up to the challenge of finding innovative methods and sustainable solutions to the threats facing the environment? The Environmental Sciences Master programme at Wageningen University has its roots in the natural, technological and social sciences. Students will gain insight into the socio-economic causes and the characteristics of pollution and degradation of the natural environment, including the effects on human beings, the atmosphere, ecosystems and other organisms. This two-year programme is based on an interdisciplinary approach. Students learn to develop analytical tools and models, as well as technologies, socio-political arrangements and economic instruments to prevent and control environmental and sustainability issues.
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Read more about the programme Environmental Sciences
Programme
Here you can find the general programme outline for Environmental Sciences and more detailed information about courses, theses and internships.
Specialisations
Within the programme Environmental Sciences you can choose from the following specialisations to meet your personal interests.
- Aquatic ecology and water quality management
- Soil biology and biological soil quality
- Soil chemistry and chemical soil quality
- Meteorology and air quality
- Environmental toxicology
- Environmental systems analysis
- Environmental policy
- Environmental economics
- Integrated water
management
- Environmental technology
Application and admission
Interested in the programme Environmental Sciences? Find out more about the specific admission requirements and application procedures.
Future career
Read more about your career perspective and opportunities after finishing the programme Environmental Sciences.
I wanted to continue doing research.
Student experiences
Here you'll find more information on how students experience Wageningen and their studies.
Meet us
Visiting Wageningen University is the best way to meet students and experience student life. There are several activities your can attend: you can visit an open day or be a student for a day.
Top quality programme
The Master Environmental Sciences is highly appreciated by students and educational experts. The Dutch 'Keuzegids masters 2013' published in April 2013, gave the Master Environmental Sciences the ranking 'Top rated programme'.