Cochin University of Science and Technology Kochi Answered Questions

M.Sc. in Environmental Science and Technology graduates from CUSAT can work in various fields such as:
Environmental consulting
Research and development
Government agencies
Private sector companies
Non-governmental organizations (NGOs)
Academic institutions
Some specific job roles include:
Environmental scientist
Environmental engineer
Conservation scientist
Sustainability specialist
Environmental consultant
Research scientist
Laboratory technician
Environmental educator
Policy analyst
These professionals can work in areas such as:
Water quality management
Air pollution control
Waste management
Climate change mitigation
Biodiversity conservation
Environmental impact assessment
Sustainable development
Environmental policy and planning
Note: The job opportunities and roles may vary based on the individual's skills, interests, and experience.

For M.Sc. in Environmental Science and Technology admission at CUSAT, the following documents are required:
1. Degree Certificate and Mark lists of all semesters/years of the qualifying examination.
2. Transfer Certificate (TC) from the institution last attended.
3. Conduct Certificate from the institution last attended.
4. Certificate to prove age (if not mentioned in the certificate).
5. Non-creamy layer certificate/Nativity certificate (if applicable).
6. Community certificate (if applicable).
7. Income certificate and BPL certificate (if applicable).
8. Medical certificate (for PwD candidates).
9. GATE scorecard (if applicable).
10. CUSAT CAT admit card.
11. CUSAT CAT scorecard.
12. Passport-sized photographs.

To seek direct admission for the M.Sc. in Environmental Science and Technology course at CUSAT, the eligibility criteria are:
1. Physical Sciences: Graduate in Chemistry with Physics and Mathematics as subsidiaries or graduate in Engineering (Civil/ Public Health/ Environmental) with 55% marks (50% in the case of SC/ST candidates) in optional subjects in the qualifying examination and a valid rank in the Common Admission Test (CAT) conducted by the University.
2. Biological Sciences: Graduate in Life Sciences/ Environmental Science/Zoology/ Botany/ Microbiology with 55% marks (50% in the case of SC/ST candidates) in optional subjects in the qualifying examination and a valid rank in the Common Admission Test (CAT) conducted by the University.

To get a seat in CUSAT for M.Sc. in Environmental Science and Technology, candidates must have a graduate degree in Chemistry with Physics and Mathematics as subsidiaries or a graduate degree in Engineering (Civil/ Public Health/ Environmental) with 55% marks. They must also have a valid rank in the Common Admission Test (CAT) conducted by the University. The admission process is based on the CAT examination, and the medium of instruction is English. The intake is 30 students.

Yes, there is an entrance exam required for admission to Integrated M.Sc. in Photonics at CUSAT. The admission is through the Common Admission Test (CAT) of CUSAT, and students applying for this programme need to write the entrance examination with Test code 101.

For reserved category students, the admission criteria for M.Sc. in Environmental Science and Technology at CUSAT is a graduate degree in Chemistry with Physics and Mathematics as subsidiaries or a graduate degree in Engineering (Civil/Public Health/Environmental) with 50% marks in optional subjects, and a valid rank in the CUSAT CAT examination.

Yes, besides the tuition fee, students need to pay additional fees for M.Sc. in Environmental Science and Technology at CUSAT, which include:
- Miscellaneous Fee: ₹2,025
- Matriculation Fee: ₹350 (one-time fee during admission)
- Recognition Fee: ₹350 (one-time fee during admission, applicable to students who have passed the qualifying examinations from Universities/Institutions outside India for UG Programmes or outside Kerala for PG Programmes)
- University Union Fee
- Students Aid Fund
- Sports Fee
- Stationery Fees
- Department Development Fund (DDF) / Centre Development Fund (CDF)/ PTA fee and Alumni fee (to be paid at the Department / School / Centre at the time of Admission if applicable)

The admission criteria for Integrated M.Sc. in Photonics at CUSAT is through the Common Admission Test (CAT) examination conducted by the Directorate of Admissions, CUSAT. The eligibility criteria include 60% marks or 6.5 CGPA in the qualifying examination with Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry as subjects. The rank list for Five-Year Integrated M.Sc. Major in Photonics is prepared from the test code 101 who opted for the programme, with total marks of Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics ranked in order. Tie-breaking criteria include marks obtained for Physics, number of correct answers scored in Physics, date of birth, and names of candidates in alphabetical order.

The admission criteria for Integrated M.Sc. in Photonics at CUSAT for reserved category students is through the Common Admission Test examination (CAT) of CUSAT conducted by the Directorate of Admissions, CUSAT. The rules in force regarding relaxation in qualifying marks/grades and reservation in admission shall be applicable to candidates belonging to the reservation categories.