The Master of Science in Ecology prepares the student either for a professional career or for further graduate study. This goal is achieved through a balance of coursework and research activities.
Ecologists work in private biological and engineering firms, research centers, state parks, federal agencies, health systems, and academia. Whether students want to explore the migratory behaviors of an endangered species or advise policymakers on environmental issues, a master’s in ecology from Florida Tech provides the rigorous classroom study, laboratory research, and extensive fieldwork to prepare students for a career in ecology.
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A wide range of organisms and ecosystems can be studied in ecology, and the approaches can be observational, experimental, or theoretical, or a combination of these. Research is a foundation of every master’s in ecology degree at Florida Tech, giving students a chance to build subject expertise for leadership roles in the workplace.
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution
May 2025
Melbourne
150 W. University Blvd,
Melbourne,
Florida,
32901, South, United States
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution
January 2025
Melbourne
150 W. University Blvd,
Melbourne,
Florida,
32901, South, United States
Students looking to enroll in a master's degree program at Florida Tech must hold a bachelor's degree (four-year degree) in a related field from a recognized, regionally accredited college or university (or the international equivalent). Applicants must have earned a cumulative GPA of 3.0 as an undergraduate to be considered for admission to a Florida Tech master's degree program.
English language proficiency:
Students whose home language is not English are considered to have demonstrated English language proficiency if they have accomplished any of the following: an Internet-based TOEFL (standard, home and paper) with an earned score of at least 79; or an IELTS with an earned score of at least 6.0; or a PTE Academic with an earned score of at least 58; or a Cambridge English: Advanced with an earned score of at least 180 (Grade of C); or a Duolingo English Test with an earned score of at least 100; ELS English for Academic Purposes level 112.
Application Deadlines: Fall: July 1st; Spring: November 1st.
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
Florida Institute of Technology is an internationally recognized institution providing a variety of degrees taught by industry-leading faculty.
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