Master of Science in Environmental Sustainability and Management
About This Programme
A 30-credit master's in environmental sustainability, policy and governance, data science, climate change and resource management, with course and thesis pathways. Prepares graduates for sustainability roles in government, industry, NGOs and research.
Course Highlights
- 30-credit master's with a coursework track or thesis track
- Core in environmental management, research design, environmental data science and policy/governance
- Electives incl. climate change, GIS/remote sensing, water resources, pollutants and conservation
- Prepares for government, industry and NGO roles and for doctoral study
What You'll Study
Coursework spanning environmental management, research design, data science and policy/governance; students choose a coursework track or a thesis track (with a 6-credit thesis).
Core Courses (12 credits, required)
- ENS 501 Environmental Sustainability and Management3 credits
- ENS 502 Research Design and Methods in Environmental Sustainability and Management3 credits
- ENS 511 Data Science for Environmental Science3 credits
- ENS 512 Environmental Policy and Governance3 credits
Elective Courses (12 credits thesis track; 18 credits course track)
- Advanced Data Science for Environmental Science
- Sustainable Agriculture
- Climate Change
- Environmental Informatics
- Ecological Conservation
- Water Resources
- Environmental Pollutants
- GIS and Remote Sensing
Thesis (thesis track only)
- Master's Thesis6 credits
Entry Requirements
MBA and MBDA applicants take the GMAT or the AUS admission test; a statement of purpose is required for some programmes.
Careers
Prepares graduates for environmental sustainability and management roles in government, industry and NGOs, and for doctoral advancement.
Accreditation & Professional Recognition
Licensed by the UAE Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA); AUS holds US regional accreditation from the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE).
Programme Details
Award
Master of Science in Environmental Sustainability and Management
Start Date
August 2026 (Fall; Spring intake for many programmes)
Typical Offer
Bachelor's degree in environmental science, biology, chemistry or a related natural science, minimum 3.00 GPA + IELTS 6.5 (or TOEFL iBT 80)
Duration
2 years
Qualification
Masters
Subject Area
Environmental Science
Campus
Sharjah
Course Type
Master of Science
Study Pattern
Full time
Delivery Format
In person
Tuition Fee
AED 65,565/yr
Apply online at apply.aus.edu with transcripts, a CV, references and a statement of purpose where required. The graduate application fee is AED 450 + 5% VAT. AUS offers graduate assistantships to qualified applicants.