MSc SERM Class 2013 (Orientation Programme September 2012)

Master of Science in Sustainable Environmental Resources Management (MSc SERM)

The Master of Science in Sustainable Environmental Resources Management/Master of Science in Integrated Science and Technology programme is an innovative dual degree programme established jointly by the University of Malta and James Madison University (Virginia, USA). The sustainable management of environmental resources today presents a major challenge for human societies worldwide. There is growing recognition that sustainability cannot be achieved in a piecemeal fashion but requires the balanced integration of different perspectives. The objectives of the Master of Science in Sustainable Environmental Resources Management programme are thus to enable students to gain and apply technical knowledge to address complex natural and/or anthropogenic problems that impact the environmental condition through a holistic systems approach.

This interdisciplinary course draws on such insights and aims to train graduates to apply scientific and technical knowledge to holistically address complex and multi-faceted environmental issues. The international perspective of the course enhances students’ ability to appreciate the global nature of environmental resource management challenges, and the necessity of developing collaborative solutions across geographical, political and economic divides.

The Master of Science in Sustainable Environmental Resources Management programme’s approach enables students to develop a range of transferable skills, by:

• Analyzing and solving real-world problems;

• Exploring the influence of policy on science and technology (& vice versa);

• Integrating social, political, legal and cultural aspects into technology solutions, within a broad systems approach;

• Developing a technical skill set that includes both basic and advanced concepts of data measurement and mining, use of Geographical Information Systems, and modelling and simulation of complex systems;

• Developing strong and collaborative skills that support interaction with diverse audiences and interdisciplinary team work;

• Embracing lifelong learning and creative critical thinking;

• Engaging with a versatile and flexible curriculum in order to remain current with developing critical technologies and with the imperatives of a changing global environment and economy.  

The Master of Science in Sustainable Environmental Resources Management delivery occurs over a thirteen-month period of duration, with two semesters comprising taught course content and the final third semester dedicated to independent student research.

The Master of Science in Sustainable Environmental Resources Management is offered under the auspices of the Institute of Earth Systems at the University of Malta, and the Programme of Integrated Science and Technology at James Madison University.  The Master of Science in Sustainable Environmental Resources Management programme will be instructed by experienced teaching faculty from both the European Union, the United States and the Mediterranean Region. World-renowned experts in the field will bring real-world experience to the classroom and engage students in considering the complex problems that arise in each of these areas.The tuition fee for this prestigious, full-time postgraduate programme is 13,500 Euro.

Applications are processed periodically and available places are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Admission requirements are (i) a recognized bachelor's degree in a relevant subject area, at second class or better, (ii) certified English language proficiency, and (iii) letters of recommendation. Prospective students are advised to consult this website for further details. 

The tuition fee of this prestigious, full-time programme is 13,500 Euro. 

Programme of Studies - 2013/4 

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Objectives - Master of Science in Sustainable Environmental Resources Management

Delivery and Duration - Master of Science in Sustainable Environmental Resources Management

Teaching Faculty - Master of Science  in Sustainable  Environmental Resources Management

Admission Requirements - Master of Science in Sustainable Environmental Resources Management

Tuition Fee - Master of Science in Sustainable Environmental Resources Management

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