Earth Sciences
Master
Do you want to become an expert in anything related to the earth, her processes and the impact on the world? Then one of the Master's programmes at Utrecht University if a good fit for you!
Earth Sciences in short
The Earth Sciences contribute to answers on a wide range of societal and economic questions in areas such as:
the natural means of existence (water, raw materials, the energy transition).
- the terrestrial environment (influenced by the changing climate, but , e.g., also searching for new methods to remediate pollutions).
- natural hazards and disasters (such as earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, and floods).
- and the safe, responsible and sustainable use of terrestrial space (specifically near surface and underground space).
Our Master's Programmes (MSc)
Within the Earth Sciences field, we have several different Master's programmes for you to choose from:
- Earth, Life and Climate
- Earth, Structure and Dynamics
- Earth, Surface and Water
- Marine Sciences
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English
Title
Master of Science
Duration
1 year
ECTS credits
ECTS
The European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System (ECTS) is a student-centred system based on the student workload required to achieve the objectives of a programme of study. Its aim is to facilitate the recognition of study periods undertaken by mobile students through the transfer of credits. The ECTS is based on the principle that 60 credits are equivalent to the workload of full-time student during one academic year.
Accreditation
Tuition fee 2025/2026
EU/EEA
The EU/EEA rate is the regular fee for students from within the EU/EEA.
€ 2,601
Admission
Language requirements
- 6.5
- IELTS overall band
- 93
- TOEFL internet based
- 176
- Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English
- 180
- Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English
Check when you can start and what you have to pay!
| Tuition fees | |
|---|---|
| € 2,601 | |
Non-EU/EEAThe non-EU/EEA rate is the rate for students from outside the EU/EEA. |
Information not available |
InstitutionalThe institutional rate is for all students who have already obtained a bachelor’s or master’s degree and who want to start a second programme leading to a degree at the same level or at a lower level. |
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| Start date | App. deadline EU/EEA | App. deadline Non-EU/EEA |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Sep '25 | 1 Jun '25 | 1 Apr '25 |
| 1 Sep '26 | 1 Jun '26 | 1 Apr '26 |
| 1 Sep '27 | 1 Jun '27 | 1 Apr '27 |
Scholarships
You can check if you're eligible for scholarships that apply to this course.
Utrecht Sylff Scholarship
NL Scholarship
The NL Scholarship is meant for international students from outside the European Economic Area (EEA) who want to do their bachelor’s or master’s in the Netherlands.
Canada Federal Student Loans
Toegevoegd op 16 januari op verzoek van het Nuffic.
US Federal Loans
Toegevoegd op 16 januari 2024 op verzoek van Nuffic.
Contact
Main addressHeidelberglaan 8
3584 CS Utrecht
030 - 2533550
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