Location:

Vienna, Austria

Program Type:

Full Degree

Degree Level:

Master

Specialty:

Environmental Science

Program Overview

Program Description:

The program provides students with a combination of scientific, technological, legal and policy training, preparing them for careers in a wide range of environmental fields. The aim is to give students an understanding of all aspects of the environment, of how to develop sound and sustainable policies, and of matters related to solving environmental problems. The program has additional accreditation by the University of Manchester, UK.

Sample Courses for the Master’s Programs
Methods of Environmental Inquiry; Sustainable Energy Solutions; Waste Management; Modeling and Geographic Information Systems; Environmental Impact Assessment; Life Cycle Assessment; Environmental Policy and Politics; EU Environmental Law; Air Pollution and Climate Change; Agriculture and Forestry; Biodiversity and Conservation; Water Resources; Environmental Economics; Corporate Environmental Management; Ecosystems Management; Environmental Philosophy; Academic Writing

Entry Requirements for the Program
In addition to meeting the General CEU Admissions Requirements applicants to either of the two Master’s programs must write a statement (maximum 350 words) addressing:

1) the origins of their interest in environmental issues;
2) how they hope to benefit from the program;
3) their future career plans; and
4) their relevant special interests.

Previous work or practical experience in the field of environmental sciences is highly desirable but students from a variety of backgrounds are encouraged to apply, provided they show a commitment to environmental issues. Students holding a first degree from a variety of other fields (from natural and earth sciences to economics or law) are also encouraged to apply.

Additional Program Information

Accreditation:

United States Accreditation CEU holds an absolute charter from the Board of Regents of the University of the State of New York, for and on behalf of the New York State Education Department. Austrian Accreditation In Austria, CEU is recognized as a private higher education institution, pursuant to section 7 of the Decree on Accreditation of Private Universities (PU-AkkVO). Hungarian Accreditation In Hungary, CEU is recognized as a private higher education institution. KEE is accredited by the Hungarian Accreditation Committee.

Financial Aid:

Yes

FinancialAid Info:

In pursuit of our mission, we strive to attract world-class graduate talent from all over the world. This is why we offer generous scholarships available to students from any country.

Scholarships:

Yes

Scholarships Description:

In pursuit of our mission, we strive to attract world-class graduate talent from all over the world. This is why we offer generous scholarships available to students from any country.