The Master’s track Environmental Management is a two-year programme (120 EC) with 30-36 EC dedicated to compulsory courses, an independent Master’s research project (36 EC) as well as an internship in corporate consultancy, civil society or a governmental organisation (at least 18 EC).

An additional 30-36 EC can be devoted to either elective courses or a minor (Science for Sustainability minor is recommended).

The entry requirements and the application procedure for this Master’s track depend on whether you have completed your prior education in the Netherlands or abroad.

The Master's programme Earth Sciences is a full-time programme and does not offer a part-time programme.

Graduates of the Master's programme in Earth Sciences are trained professionals with excellent international career opportunities within or outside the sphere of Earth Sciences. For example, some UvA Earth Sciences alumni work at:

• consultancy and research firms (e.g. Royal Haskoning)
• government agencies (e.g. the National Institute for Public Health and the Environment)
• international environmental agencies (e.g. IUCN)
• multinational corporations (e.g. Shell)
• educational organisations (e.g. high schools)
• Graduates seeking a research career within academia are eligible to pursue a PhD

The application process and the deadline depend on whether you have completed your prior education in the Netherlands or abroad.  We strongly recommend to start the application procedure at least a week before the deadline. Getting all your documents ready and going through the process will take several days.