MSc in Environmental Engineering
A multidisciplinary master’s programme blending engineering and environmental sciences to address real-world sustainability challenges.
Best for:Best for engineering or science graduates with a mathematical background seeking to specialise in environmental sustainability and problem-solving.
Overview
This MSc programme at Queen’s University Belfast focuses on the technical and practical aspects of environmental engineering, equipping students with the skills to characterise, monitor, and solve key environmental challenges. The curriculum integrates engineering principles with environmental science to develop solutions for pollution control, resource management, and sustainable infrastructure. Students engage in hands-on projects and gain expertise in mathematical modelling, data analysis, and fieldwork. The programme is ideal for graduates with a strong background in engineering or science who seek to specialise in environmental sustainability and contribute to global environmental goals.
What you'll do
- Develop technical understanding of interactions between engineering and environmental sciences.
- Characterise and monitor environmental processes through practical skills and fieldwork.
- Design and implement solutions to address environmental challenges.
- Engage in mathematical modelling and data analysis to solve real-world problems.
- Participate in hands-on projects and collaborative research initiatives.
Requirements
Degree required: Normally a 2.2 Honours degree or above in a relevant Engineering or Science discipline (e.g., Civil Engineering), or equivalent qualification acceptable to the University. Applicants must demonstrate sufficient mathematical background (minimum A-level standard or equivalent).
Language: English; IELTS score of 7.0 with no less than 6.0 in any component, or equivalent qualification acceptable to the University (taken within the last 2 years).
Instruction: English
- Strong mathematical background (minimum A-level standard or equivalent)
- Undergraduate coursework with high mathematical content (e.g., Statistics)
- Practical skills in environmental characterisation and monitoring
- Ability to apply engineering principles to environmental problems
- Applicants with qualifications below 2.2 Honours degree standard may be considered on a case-by-case basis with a supplementary form.
- Professional qualifications may be considered alongside extensive relevant professional experience.
- International students must meet UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) English language requirements for visa purposes.
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How to apply
Deadline: 2026-06-30
Applicants are advised to apply as early as possible through the university’s official application portal. The application process requires submitting academic transcripts, proof of English proficiency, and a personal statement. A deposit may be required to secure a place on the course.
- CV or resume
- Academic transcripts (Bachelor’s degree)
- Proof of English proficiency (IELTS or equivalent)
- Personal statement or statement of purpose
- Supplementary form (if applicable for qualifications below 2.2 Honours standard)
- Reference letters (if required)
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