MA Environmental Sciences

Master of Arts in Environmental Sciences

M.A (Environmental Sciences) or Master of Arts in Environmental Sciences is a Post-Graduate Environmental Science course. Environmental science is an interdisciplinary academic area that incorporates physical and biological sciences to research the environment and solve environmental problems, including but not limited to Ecology, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Soil Science, Geology, Atmospheric Science, and Geography. Environmental science takes a comprehensive, quantitative, and interdisciplinary approach to study environmental processes.

The Master of Arts in Environmental Science program typically lasts two academic years, however, this might vary depending on the institute and may be offered part-time. The Master of Arts in Environmental Sciences curriculum is organized into four semesters.

M.A (Environmental Sciences) Eligibility

• Students must have qualified for their Bachelor’s degree from any recognized University or its equivalent examination with any of the following subjects like Environmental Sciences / Chemistry / Botany / Zoology / Microbiology / Geology / Geography / Life Sciences / Fisheries Science OR Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering / Environmental Engineering / Agriculture / Physics / Biotechnology from a recognized University.
• The candidates should have secured a minimum of 50% aggregate marks (45% in the case of SC/ST candidates) in their Bachelor's.
• Candidates who have appeared or who are likely to appear for the qualifying examination i.e., BA 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.

M.A (Environmental Sciences) Syllabus

Syllabus of Environmental Science course as prescribed by various Universities and Colleges.

M.A (Environmental Sciences) Colleges

• Nalanda University, Nalanda
• University of Delhi - DU, Delhi

M.A (Environmental Sciences) Course Suitability

• Candidates who want to teach at a higher level, such as college or university, at both private and public institutions, are qualified.
• They should be able to do research and solve issues, which will be valuable in both environmental and non-environmental occupations.
• Other necessary abilities include the ability to plan and manage projects, as well as time management, risk assessment, teamwork, problem-solving, and analysis.
• The capacity to obtain, evaluate, and explain complex and frequently different technical data to others, as well as improving writing and spoken communication skills, are also advantageous for the course.

How is the M.A (Environmental Sciences) Course Beneficial?

• A Master's degree program provides a good foundation for higher degree programs in corresponding topics, such as a Ph.D. degree.
• They can proceed into private school teaching and, after passing the NET test, become permanent lecturers in colleges/universities. Candidates who have completed the degree program are able to preserve the environment from damage or contamination.
• Some of the activities in which environmentalists are involved include river and forest cleaning.
• The Master of Arts in Environmental Sciences program prepares students to work in a variety of settings through practical experience.

M.A (Environmental Sciences) Employment Areas

• Colleges and Universities
• Media
• Wildlife Filming
• Waste Management Boards

M.A (Environmental Sciences) Job Types

• Environment Journalist / Environment Photographer / Environmental Technician
• Forest Carbon Specialist
• Lecturer & Professor
• Product Manager
• Research Assistant / Research Fellow
• Senior Catastrophe Risk Modeller / Senior Programme Officer
• Wildlife Film Maker