Master in Environmental Science

Master in Environmental Science is one of 3 English-taught Environmental Science programmes at Master's Degree level in the register, offered by 3 institutions. 3 of them list an annual fee for students from outside the EU, EEA and Switzerland, from EUR 7,455 to EUR 8,700; this programme lists EUR 8,000 a year. 3 are recorded as free for EU, EEA and Swiss students. The same programme title is offered at 2 institutions, so compare the content, campus and requirements before you choose.

Environmental Science at Roskilde University is a two-year master's programme taught in English. It is the only interdisciplinary programme of its kind in Denmark, combining natural sciences with social sciences to examine how environmental issues are mediated through societal factors.

What you study

You learn to identify, analyse and solve complex environmental challenges on a regional, national and global scale. The programme gives you in-depth knowledge of biological systems from individual to ecosystem level, and you learn to design and conduct experiments within environmental science.

Compulsory courses include Introduction to Environmental Science (5 ECTS), Environmental Monitoring and Applications (5 ECTS), Environmental Management (5 ECTS), Biodiversity and Conservation (5 ECTS), Environmental Chemistry and Element Cycling (10 ECTS), Ecotoxicology - Theory and Practice (10 ECTS), and Data Analysis and Modelling in Environmental Science (5 ECTS). You also take elective courses totalling 10 ECTS, plus a 5 ECTS elective course, so you can shape your academic profile to match your interests.

You train in survey and impact studies using statistical techniques, simple dynamic models, GIS tools and other methods. You learn to measure societal effects on the environment and to suggest new ways forward.

How the programme is organised

Teaching is hands-on, with much time spent in the laboratory and on field work. You work with real problems and external partners from both the public and private sectors. Like all programmes at Roskilde University, the programme works extensively through problem-oriented projects, usually in groups.

The fourth semester offers a choice: you can write a 60 ECTS master's thesis, or take a 15 ECTS project-oriented internship and write a 45 ECTS thesis. You can also spend a semester abroad as an internship at one of the university's partner companies or at a company you find yourself, or as an exchange at a partner university.

Who it suits

The programme suits students who want to tackle environmental problems from both natural and social science angles. You should be comfortable with laboratory work, field work and group project work. The study environment is open-door: you are considered a scientist from day one and work closely with research and teaching staff. Staff research includes minimising environmental impacts of microplastic pollution, making fishing and fish farming more sustainable, and assessing ecological impact from chemical contamination.

Admission, language and next steps

The programme is taught in English. The source page does not list specific admission requirements, application deadlines or fees. For applicants from the EU/EEA and Switzerland, study is free of charge; other applicants pay a tuition fee set by the institution. Applications for master's programmes go directly to Roskilde University. Check the university's admission pages for the exact requirements and deadlines.

Master’s applications go straight to Roskilde University, not through optagelse.dk, and the institution sets its own deadline. Entry requirements and language tests are set by the institution, so start from the official programme page. Our guides cover tuition fees, residence permits and housing.