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    Environmental Sciences and Engineering

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    Lausanne, CHMScIn-person2 years
    CHF 8,760.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    120
    Credits
    CHF 150.00
    App fee

    Environmental Sciences and Engineering at EPFL is a 120-credit, 2-year, in-person MSc program based in Lausanne, CH. Tuition is CHF 8,760.

    About the program

    Master's program focusing on environmental engineering in natural and urban systems, addressing climate change, resources, pollution, and biodiversity. Offers specializations in Urban Systems, Water Resources and Management, Climate Change Anticipation and Adaptation, Environmental Sensing and Computation, and Biological and Chemical Processes.

    Focus: both

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Dec 15, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
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    Min English language certificates (e.g. TOEFL, IELTS) are welcome but not required.
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    Min English language certificates (e.g. TOEFL, IELTS) are welcome but not required.

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    6 months job search residence permit (non-EU), work up to 15h/week

    CHF 80,238.00
    Avg starting salary
    CHF 25,219.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Environmental Sciences and Engineering at EPFL cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Environmental Sciences and Engineering at EPFL is CHF 8,760 across 120 required credits.
    Is Environmental Sciences and Engineering at EPFL online or in-person?
    Environmental Sciences and Engineering at EPFL is offered in-person.
    How long does Environmental Sciences and Engineering at EPFL take to complete?
    Environmental Sciences and Engineering at EPFL is structured around 2 years and 120 credits.
    What GPA is required for Environmental Sciences and Engineering at EPFL?
    Per the program's published guidance: Excellent academic records
    What work-permit options follow Environmental Sciences and Engineering at EPFL?
    Post-completion work rights for Environmental Sciences and Engineering at EPFL: 6 months job search residence permit (non-EU), work up to 15h/week