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    Earth, Life and Climate

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    Utrecht, NLMScIn-person2 years
    €60,684.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    120
    Credits
    €100.00
    App fee

    Earth, Life and Climate at Utrecht University is a 120-credit, 2-year, in-person MSc program based in Utrecht, NL. Tuition is €60,684.

    About the program

    The programme covers processes regulating environmental systems, biodiversity, and climate, including origin and evolution of life, earth history transitions, sedimentary systems, biogeochemical cycles, and climate change impacts on natural environments. Students learn reconstruction methods, modelling, and lab techniques applied in disciplines like biogeology, palaeontology, and climate dynamics, culminating in a research project or internship.

    Focus: both
    16 (QS World University Rankings by Subject - Earth and Marine Sciences)

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Apr 1, 2027

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min TOEFL iBT (including Home Edition)* Old scores 93 overall (speaking 20, listening 20, reading 20, writing 20); New scores 93 overall (speaking 4.5, listening 4.5, reading 4.5, writing 4.5)
    IELTS
    required
    Min IELTS Academic 6.5 overall (speaking 6.0, listening 6.0, reading 6.0, writing 6.0)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    1 year (Orientation Year visa)

    €16,800.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Earth, Life and Climate at Utrecht University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Earth, Life and Climate at Utrecht University is €60,684 across 120 required credits.
    Is Earth, Life and Climate at Utrecht University online or in-person?
    Earth, Life and Climate at Utrecht University is offered in-person.
    How long does Earth, Life and Climate at Utrecht University take to complete?
    Earth, Life and Climate at Utrecht University is structured around 2 years and 120 credits.
    What work-permit options follow Earth, Life and Climate at Utrecht University?
    Post-completion work rights for Earth, Life and Climate at Utrecht University: 1 year (Orientation Year visa)