About the course

Environmental science is a metadiscipline integrating the natural and social sciences. The School for the Environment is nationally recognized for its preparation of PhD-level environmental professionals whose research and integrated understanding of human-natural systems advances discovery and innovation in climate change research, sustainability and conservation science, policy analysis and formulation, coupled system modelling, and detection technologies. The PhD in Environmental Sciences is a research-based degree wherein students are expected to generate new and original knowledge in their area of study. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 6 Semester(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2024	Boston
Fall (September), 2024	Boston
Spring (January), 2025	Boston
Fall (September), 2025	Boston
Spring (January), 2026	Boston

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Massachusetts - Boston (Shorelight)

Submission of the graduate admissions application form.

　　A distinguished undergraduate transcript, competitive students generally have at least a 3.0 overall GPA although lower grades can be acceptable.

　　A bachelor's degree or its equivalent, from a 4-year college or university of recognized standing.

　　Official transcripts of all graduate and undergraduate work. (Two copies of each transcript must be sent directly to the University's Office of Graduate Admissions and Records. A final transcript showing that the bachelor's degree has been awarded must be received before the student can enter the program.)

　　Three letters of recommendation.

　　TOEFL PBT - 550, TOEFL IBT - 79, IELTS - 6.0.

　　Submissions of scores from the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) Combined Aptitude Test.

　　Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL official test score) is required for international applicants. For more information regarding minimal TOEFL scores go to Graduate Admissions.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.0

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 79.0

　　

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