This degree programme is offered by the Institute of Earth Systems and late applications are still open for October 2025.
The M.Sc. in Environmental Monitoring and Assessment is an intensive, full-time taught course and is ideal for first degree graduates in Earth Systems and other relevant science subjects. The three-semester course has been designed to provide you with the knowledge and expertise to work in the field of environmental science. The industry is increasing its demands for qualified graduates, and the course will therefore train you in monitoring approaches, handling of environmental data and assessing observed changes for the sake and responsible use of environmental resources. To ensure the responsible governance of our environment, the course will provide you with substantial and specific expertise. You will carry out environmental assessments and audits, handle environmental information, and work with geospatial data.
Full details about the M.Sc. in Environmental Monitoring and Assessment are now available, including the admission requirements, programme of study, career prospects, applicable fees and the course bye-laws.
If you are planning to pursue a profession or technical work in the environmental field, in the areas of resource management applications, environmental monitoring, assessment and appraisal, as well as implementation of environmental policies, then this is the course for you!
Applicants may wish to note that this M.Sc. programme is eligible for the Get Qualified initiative administered by Malta Enterprise.
(a) a first cycle degree in Science with Earth Systems as a main area of study obtained with Second Class Honours or better or
(b) a first cycle degree in Science obtained with Second Class Honours or better in an area that is deemed relevant by the Board.
Applicants with a first cycle degree in Science with Earth Systems as a main area of study obtained with Third Class Honours may be admitted if they show evidence of significant experience in work relevant to the area of study of the Course, obtained after their first cycle degree. The admission of applicants under this paragraph may be made conditional on the results of an interview.
The late application deadline is 15 September at 14:00 hrs.
A number of study-units within this degree programme are regularly made available as standalone Continuing Professional Development (CPD) micro-credential units for individuals in full-time employment who wish to keep up with technological advances and current thinking in environmental monitoring and assessment. These CPD units are eligible for a refund of the tuition fees under the Get Qualified initiative.
Details of the 5-ECTS first semester study-units being delivered between October 2025 and January 2026 are now available. The application deadline is 15 September 2025.
