- Academic degree programs in the Graduate Group in Environmental Health Sciences (EHS) are recommended for individuals with clear research interests of an interdisciplinary nature.
- EHS is administered within the Division of Environmental Health of the School of Public Health.
- Students in this program are trained to make research and technical contributions to the field of environmental health science in the U.S. and across the globe.
- This program is a two-year course of study focused on developing skills in assessing, measuring, and controlling health impacts associated with physical, chemical, and biological agents in the environment and workplace.
- The curriculum requires 20-24 units of upper-division graduate coursework integrating multiple disciplines, with an emphasis on assessment of exposure to environmental contaminants, toxicology, environmental and occupational epidemiology, risk assessment, control strategies, and policy solutions.
- A thesis or original research project is required.
University Of California - [UC Berkeley], California, Berkeley - Courses & Fees
Berkeley, California
University Public CollegeMaster of Science [M.S] (Environmental Health Sciences)
2 years
On Campus
English
Field of Study:
#Ranked 8 out of 1502 by THE Global Ranking 2023
$17,579/Yr
$17,579 /Yr
Important Dates
| Event | Start Date | End Date |
| Application Deadline | Sep 15, 2023 | Dec 1, 2023 |
Fees & Funding
Tution & Application Fees
| Year | Year 1 | Year 2 |
| Tuition Fees | $5721 | $5721 |
| Health Insurance | $3044 | $3044 |
| Compulsory Fees | $564 | $564 |
| International differential fee | $7551 | $7551 |
| Miscellaneous expenses | $699 | $699 |
| Total Fees | $17579 | $17579 |
Living Costs
| Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
| Housing | $17564 |
| Food | $8094 |
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Eligibility:
- Students must complete a bachelor's degree or the recognized equivalent in engineering, biology, microbiology, immunology, environmental science, environmental studies, toxicology, and chemistry from an accredited institution.
- Students hold a satisfactory scholastic average, usually a minimum grade-point average (GPA) of 3.0 (B) on a 4.0 scale.
- Common work experience for admitted applicants: Applicants in past years have worked as lab technicians, student researchers, research scientists, post-graduate fellows, toxicologists, industrial hygiene engineers, and for the Peace Corps.
- Applicants must have completed undergraduate coursework in chemistry and biology.
- Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test.
Scores Required
Submission of GRE test scores is optional.
Required Document List
The following required documents are:
- Resume/CV: It is the outline of academic achievements and/or awards, publications, relevant work, and/or volunteer experience.
- Three Letter of Recommendation: Letter of recommendation (combination of professional and academic recommenders) which includes information about the student, their connection with the person they are recommending, their qualification, and the specific skills they have.
- Statement of Purpose - This is an essay or any written statement written by the student while applying.
- Personal History Statement: It describes how their background, accomplishments, and life experiences led to their decision to pursue the graduate degree for which they are applying.
- College Transcripts: The marks statement provided by the education board after completion of the previous academic qualifications.
- ELP Scores: Students have to submit their English language proficiency scores like IELTS, TOEFL, or other test scores.
Career and Placement after Course
The careers after graduation are:
- Environmental Scientist.
- Environmental Consultant.
- Environmental Science Manager.
- Lecturer.
- Wildlife Film-maker.
- Environment Photographer.
- Environment Journalists.
- Conservation Hydrologist.
- Environmental Health and Safety Specialist.
- Corporate Health and Safety Director.
- Food Safety Inspector.
- Health and Safety Engineer.
- OSHA Inspector.
Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
| Name | Amount | International Students Eligible | Application Deadline |
| Support Scholarships for Young Women | Variable | Yes | Mar 19, 2023 |
| AAUW International Fellowships | Variable | Yes | Nov 15, 2023 |
| Forktip Women’s- Innovation Scholarship | Variable | Yes | Aug 30, 2023 |
| Deutschland Stipendium Program | $4363 | Yes | N/A |
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