Environmental Science

As an Indian student if you're looking to study Environmental Science in the US, then there are not many universities better than this one. Its program revolves around topics such as Ecology, Environmental Chemistry, Energy Systems, Environmental Chemistry, Environmental Policy, and Management and gives opportunities to students to gain hands-on research experience, and internships, and work on projects with some of the best minds in the industry.

IGNOU invites students for admission to fill the form twice a year. The last date for M.Sc in Environmenatal Science course  is 31st of August 2024. The application forms can be filled online on the official website itself.

There is vast scope for B.Sc Environmental Science now a days . You will get so many offers to work as educator, consultant, environmental engineer, environmental journalist, conservational hydrologist, waste management officer, and also as  communicator . You can also join in the places like meteorological department, institutes and research labs with the salary about more than 20lakhs per annum 

• Knowledge of the Subject - Through the course, the students will gain comprehensive knowledge of the different processes of the environment.
• Building of Skills - Students will learn various techniques to analyze and conduct practices involving environmental sustainability.
• Mentorship - Professionals will mentor the students so that they gain the experience required to be experts in the field.

It can be a good option, especially if you have a strong interest in environmental issues and want to pursue a career in environmental research, management, or consulting. A background in Chemistry provides a solid base for understanding the important principles of Environmental Science, including Pollution, Toxicology, and Environmental Chemistry. 

For an MSc in Environmental Sciences, you need to obtain a bachelor's degree in BSc Environmental Science or any relevant discipline that will act as a foundation for your Masters in the specialization. Also, you need to score at least 50% marks from a recognised university.

Forest Department, Social Development, Marine Development, Water Resources and agriculture are the different fields where MSc Environmental Science graduates can get jobs. A fresher in MSc Environmental Science can opt for the following job profiles at the beginning of their career lives:

• Environmental Scientist
• Environmental Consultant
• Wildlife Journalist
• Wildlife Conservationist
• Conservation Hydrologist
• Lecturer

If you are interested in pursuing MSc Environmental Science course with a distance college, here are a few options you may like:

Note: The information is sourced from various official sites and may vary. 

IIT Bombay offers MSc Environmental Science. The course that it offers is an integrated course of MSc + PhD Environmental Science and Engineering at IIT Bombay is a 6-year course at the PG level.

These integrated programs typically allow students to pursue both a Master's degree and a PhD in Environmental Science or a related discipline within a structured timeframe.