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    Earth Sciences

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    Amsterdam, NLMScIn-person2 years
    €51,800.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    120
    Credits
    €100.00
    App fee

    Earth Sciences at University of Amsterdam is a 120-credit, 2-year, in-person MSc program based in Amsterdam, NL. Tuition is €51,800.

    About the program

    The program examines interactions between the Earth's surface, atmosphere, surface waters, and biological systems, and their alteration by human activities. It offers tracks in Earth System Science, focusing on systemic understanding of Earth-nature-human dynamics, and Environmental Management, addressing management of environments balancing Earth, nature, and human needs.

    Focus: both
    151-200 (QS Subject Rankings: Earth and Marine Sciences)

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2026
    Jun 30, 2026
    Fall 2027
    Jan 31, 2027

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min Overall score 100 (TOEFL iBT); Speaking: minimum 25, Writing: minimum 24, Reading: minimum 24, Listening: minimum 22
    IELTS
    required
    Min a minimum overall score of 7.0 and all individual subscores at least 6.5

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    1 year orientation year job search visa (Netherlands)

    €18,000.00
    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 Earth Sciences at University of Amsterdam cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Earth Sciences at University of Amsterdam is €51,800 across 120 required credits.
    Is Earth Sciences at University of Amsterdam online or in-person?
    Earth Sciences at University of Amsterdam is offered in-person.
    How long does Earth Sciences at University of Amsterdam take to complete?
    Earth Sciences at University of Amsterdam is structured around 2 years and 120 credits.
    What GPA is required for Earth Sciences at University of Amsterdam?
    Per the program's published guidance: 2.1 (a second class upper/division one degree in the British system)
    What work-permit options follow Earth Sciences at University of Amsterdam?
    Post-completion work rights for Earth Sciences at University of Amsterdam: 1 year orientation year job search visa (Netherlands)