MSc Applied Earth System Sciences at Heriot Watt University Edinburgh | |
Course Duration | 1 Years |
Course Intake | September |
Course Details Website Link | Visit Website |
Course Level | Postgraduate |
Tution Fees | £ 21,800 |
English Language Requirment | |
IELTS | 6.5 |
TOEFL | 90 |
PTE | 58 |
The MSc in Applied Earth System Sciences is designed to equip the next generation of Earth and Environmental Science graduates and professionals with the multidisciplinary skills needed to tackle complex global issues associated with climate change and societal challenges.
The programme provides the highly integrated level of fundamental, applied and communication-based knowledge which is needed to identify, characterise, and effectively communicate these challenges. From a basic understanding of how the planet works as a holistic unit to socio-economic interactions between business and the environment, including the ability to communicate this knowledge to a broad spectrum of academic researchers, policy-makers and the general public.
The programme has seven core courses in multidisciplinary topics, with the potential for the student to widen their studies by choosing an optional course for further specialisation. Students will have the opportunity to perform their dissertation projects in collaboration with one of several world-leading research organisations (e.g. British Geological Survey (BGS) or Dynamic Earth).
This course is designed to lead to career opportunities for academic earth system and environmental scientists (e.g. future PhD students, University staff), non-academic environmental researchers (e.g. BGS, CEH, National Oceanography Centre (NOC), British Antarctic Survey (BAS)), industrial and political stakeholders (e.g. Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA)), Environmental Agency (EA), Centre for Environment Fisheries and Aquaculture Science (Cefas), environmental consultants, Scottish and UK government departments, (Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affair (DEFRA), Department for International Development (DFID)) and their consultants (e.g. Scottish Parliament Information Centre (SPICe)), all dealing with fundamental scientific knowledge, its practical application and development of environmental policy and regulation.
International equivalents of such organisations include examples such as NOAA (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, US), WHOI (Woods Hole Oceanographic Institute, US), NIO (National Institute of Oceanography, India), CSIRO (Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation, Australia) and GEOMAR (Helmholtz Centre for Ocean Research Kiel, Germany). These include both national and international employment opportunities and hence the graduates from this programme will have global employment and career opportunities.
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Specific tuition fees and other expenses at Heriot-Watt University in Edinburgh can vary based on several factors:
However, to provide a general idea:
For Undergraduate Students:
For Postgraduate Students:
Other Expenses:
Please note that these figures are approximate and could have changed after 2021. Fees can also increase annually due to inflation and other factors. For the most accurate, up-to-date information on tuition fees and other expenses, you should consult the official Heriot-Watt University website or contact their admissions or finance department directly.
International students applying through UCAS can find their exact tuition expenses by submitting the Fee Status Enquiry form. The cost of living will be determined by the course opted as well as the applicant's nationality. Edinburgh has a comparatively lower cost than other UK cities. Estimate cost of living on and off-campus for UK Campuses is tabulated below:
Expenses | Cost in Pounds(Monthly) |
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Hall Fees | £500- £735 |
Food/Toiletries/Laundry | £175 |
Social | £140 |
Mobile Phone | £25 |
Books and Equipment | May vary |
Travel | £1.80/per bus ticket |
Total | £865- £1,100 |
Living in a rented flat may vary according to the type of accommodation and facilities being availed. The estimated monthly cost including food and travel is £923.
Heriot Watt University Edinburgh Average Tuition Fee Per Year | |
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Undergraduate | £ 14,800 |
Postgraduate | 14,800 |
Heriot Watt University Edinburgh Cost Per Year | |
Overall cost of living | £ 11,600 |
Campus accommodation | £ 6,890 |
* Please note that fees may vary. Always check the exact cost of the program and bear in mind likely additional expenses. |
Heriot Watt University Edinburgh English score required | |
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IELTS Undergraduate | 6.0 |
IELTS Postgraduate | 6.5 |
TOEFL Undergraduate | 80 |
TOEFL Postgraduate | 90 |
* Please note that minimum score required for English language may vary from course to couse.Always check exact requirement for the programme. |
Heriot Watt University Edinburgh University Contact Details |
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Heriot Watt University Edinburgh Address |
Campus The Avenue,Edinburgh Campus The Avenue EH14 4AS |
Heriot Watt University Edinburgh Email |
studywithus@hw.ac.uk |
Heriot Watt University Edinburgh Phone |
+44 (0) 131 449 5111 |