Students in the Environmental Science and Policy program at the University of California Irvine (UCI) will learn environmental problem solving by linking an understanding of natural science with socioeconomic factors and public policy.
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- 48 monthsDuration
- Unknown (University site)Tuition Fee44789 USD/yearTuition Fee15797 USD/yearTuition Fee
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Overview
Global Climate Change. Oil Spills. Drought and Water Supply. Topics such as these illustrate the continuing need for environmental professionals with training in the natural sciences.
The curriculum combines a quantitative understanding of environmental science, chemistry, and biology with law, policy, and economics to provide a foundation for careers in environmental policy, resource management, education, environmental law, urban and environmental design and related fields.
Opportunities
Students in the Environmental Science and Policy program at the University of California Irvine (UCI) will have a solid foundation to recognize the impacts of human activities on the environment, and in turn the impacts of environmental change on society.
Students will understand the mechanisms by which key institutions, policies, and regulations impact ecosystems and the physical environment.
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- Programme intensity Full-time
- Full-time duration 48 months
- Languages
- English
- Delivery mode On Campus
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Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Earth System Chemistry
- Earth System Biology
- Earth System Physics
- Sustainable Energy Systems
- Sustainable Food and Water Systems
- Data Analysis for Earth Sciences
- Careers in Earth System Science
English Language Requirements
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Minimum required score:
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550The TOEFL®PBT is administered in a paper format and measures your ability to use and understand English in a classroom setting at the college or university level. It accurately measures how well you can listen, read and write in English while performing academic tasks. Read more about TOEFL®PBT.
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Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Required score: 3.4
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor’s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3.4 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
General Requirements
- History: 2 years required
- English: 4 years required
- Mathematics: 3 years required; 4 years recommended
- Laboratory Science: 2 years required; 3 years recommended
- Language Other Than English: 2 years required; 3 years recommended
- Visual and Performing Arts: 1 year required
- College Preparatory Elective: 1 year required
Tuition Fee
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15797 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 15797 USD per year and a duration of 48 months.
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Living costs for Irvine
- 1560 - 2590 USD/monthLiving Costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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