M.Sc Environmental Science

About Master of Science [M.Sc] (Environmental Science):

• M.Sc Environment Science or Master of Science in Environment Science is a postgraduate Environmental Science course.

• Environmental science is an interdisciplinary academic field that integrates physical and biological sciences, (including but not limited to Ecology, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Soil Science, Geology, Atmospheric Science and Geography) to the study of the environment, and the solution of environmental problems.

• Environmental science provides an integrated, quantitative, and interdisciplinary approach to the study of environmental systems.

• Below mentioned are some of the top M.Sc (Environmental Science) colleges:

  • Osmania University, Hyderabad

  • Pondicherry University

  • PSG College of Arts and Science, Coimbatore

  • Shivaji University 

• The duration of M.Sc in Environment Science is mostly of two academic years but it may vary from institute to institute and may be on the part-time basis.

• The M.Sc Environmental Science syllabus is in a very subjective dimension in terms of knowledge and job scopes are finely divided into four semesters.

• The professionals' post graduation are eligible to work in some of the finest and acknowledge organisations, ventures, NGO's like World Economic Forum, United Nations globally with a handsome amount of salary.

• Candidates who have passed B.Sc. (Hons.)/B.Sc. (10+2+3) with a minimum of 50% marks in the subjects related to the same are qualify for the eligibility criteria for the course.

• The post graduation degree from the elite institutions across the nation will allow an individual to work independently and initiate to put efforts to globally renowned organisations like WEF, UN (United Nations).

What is Master of Science [M.Sc] (Environmental Science)?

• Its a two year master course which completely focuses on one's knowledge regarding the basics and fundamental of Enviromental and its scientific analysis done by the scientist since ages.

• The aspirants completed their Bachelors in Science [B.Sc](Enviromental Science)  can opt for the course for more precise and optimized knowledge regarding the former subjects.

• Below mentioned are some of the subjects which are related to the syllabus:-

  •  Geo-Environment and Meteorology

  •  Ecological Principles

  •  Environmental Chemistry & Toxicology

  •  Solid Waste Management & Techniques

• The eligibility criteria for the course is to have a Bachelor's degree in the same discipline with a minimum of 50%.

• The professionals post-graduation can work in the finest and acknowledge workplaces across nation with below mentioned designations:-

  • Environment Journalist

  • Forest Carbon Specialist

  • Research Assistant

  • Director - Waste Management

  • Lecturer & Professor

  • Research Fellow

Why Choose Master of Science [M.Sc] (Environmental Science)?

• Preference is given to Environmental Science Postgraduates in Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB)/State PCBs for the post of Assistant Environmental Officers.

• The professionals post-graduation can work as Environmental Officer in industries (Effluent Treatment Plants ETP) with a decent amount of salary after some experience.

• The professionals can also opt for jobs and employment opportunities in Public Sector unlike in Sewage Treatment Plants (STP) in Municipalities.

• If working independent being an option, the professional can open up his/her own Environmental Consultancy Services with relevant advisors.

• As with any science stream you can go for further research in some of the acknowledged institutes like IISc, ATREE(Bangalore), NEERI(Nagpur) for Research opportunities. Clearing UGC NET makes you eligible for JRF(Junior Research Fellowship).

• Clearing UGC NET after PG makes you eligible for lectureship in universities, affiliated colleges.

Top Colleges for Master of Science [M.Sc] (Environmental Science):

Top M.Sc Environmental Science Colleges in India

Eligibility Criteria for Master of Science [M.Sc] (Environmental Science):

• Candidates who have passed B.Sc.(Hons.) /B.Sc. (10+2+3) or M.B.B.S. or BE/ B.Tech with a minimum of 50% marks (equivalent GPA with a minimum 50% aggregate at 10 & 10+2 levels) shall be considered for admission to M.Sc. Course in Environmental Science.

• Candidates who have appeared or who are likely to appear for the qualifying examination i.e. B.Sc. or equivalent but whose results have not been as yet declared can also appear for this entrance test provided they have offered the mentioned subjects at the said examination.

Admission Procedure for Master of Science [M.Sc] (Environmental Science):

• Admission to M.Sc Environmental Science program is through both entrance examination and merit-based. Certain universities offer both direct admission and entrance based admission to the program.

• However, few Universities require Candidates to have given any of the applicable Entrance Exams for M.Sc Environmental Science.

• Candidates who are applying for the M.Sc Environmental Science program should beforehand have their results from the respective Entrance Exams required by the selected/opted Universities.

• Applications for admissions can be availed either from the University website or by visiting the Admissions Office of the same.

• Candidates will have to fill out the required details in a match with the existing documents.

• Candidates are advised to have a look at the list of Entrance Exams applicable for M.Sc Environmental Science, for various Universities.

• Candidates should also make sure they qualify in the Education Eligibility criteria with the minimum required marks.

Entrance Exams for Master of Science [M.Sc] (Environmental Science):

• JNU entrance exam.

• Banaras Hindu University entrance exam.

• Delhi University entrance exam.

• BIT entrance exam.

• Gauhati University Entrance exam.

• Indira Gandhi Institute of Development and Research entrance exam.

Entrance Exam Pattern for Master of Science [M.Sc] (Environmental Science):

• The question paper for M.Sc Environmental Science Entrance Exam consists of both descriptive and objective type questions.

• For the objective type questions, the candidate has to choose the right answer from the options given. The candidates have to explain the answers in long paragraphs while attending the descriptive type questions.

• The pattern of exams may vary with the entrance exam applied for, hence candidates are advised to check the exam pattern for the specific exam they have decided to take up.