Johns Hopkins University

Overview

Advance your career in environmental problem-solving with a Master’s programme in Environmental Engineering and Science from Johns Hopkins University. This programme enhances your scientific foundation and equips you to apply principles from physics, chemistry, biology, and geology to address real-world environmental challenges. You will develop skills in environmental risk assessment and data-driven responses to climate and environmental hazards.

What you'll study

How you’ll study

• The Environmental Engineering and Science Master’s programme features graduate-level coursework designed to deepen your scientific knowledge and applied understanding of environmental issues.
• Course selection typically includes a combination of core scientific foundations and advanced electives focused on environmental topics.

Typical coursework focus

• Environmental science foundations: Study the interrelations of physics, chemistry, biology, and geology within environmental systems.
• Environmental risk and assessment: Learn methods for evaluating environmental health risks and interpreting evidence related to environmental issues.
• Climate and environmental hazards: Explore data-informed approaches to understanding climate trends and extreme environmental events.
• Applied environmental problem-solving: Utilize scientific reasoning to inform practical decisions regarding environmental challenges.

Capstone / final requirement

• Students will complete a final academic requirement, such as a capstone project or equivalent, as outlined in the programme's curriculum and graduation requirements.

Entry requirements

Academic background

• A bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited four-year institution.
• Completion of one year of college-level calculus is required.
• Courses in physics, chemistry, biology, geology, statistics, and differential equations are strongly recommended.
• Students lacking these prerequisites may be admitted provisionally and are required to complete the necessary courses with a grade of B– or better.

Standardised tests

• GRE/GMAT scores are not required for admission.

English language requirements

• IELTS is accepted; confirm the minimum required score for your application.

Application review

• Applications are evaluated based on academic and professional backgrounds.
• International applicants may have additional documentation requirements.

Documents (typical)

• Official transcripts
• Proof of English proficiency, if applicable
• Any additional documents specified by the programme for your application.

Career prospects

Graduates of the Environmental Engineering and Science Master’s programme are well-equipped for careers in various sectors focused on environmental protection, sustainability, and engineering. They may pursue roles in government agencies, non-profit organizations, and private industries, where they apply their knowledge to develop innovative solutions for pressing environmental issues.