MRes Environmental Sciences (China)

This MRes Environmental Sciences programme aims to produce graduates specialised in different areas within the environmental sciences. Modules cover the interdisciplinary knowledge and skills relevant to the field. The combination of taught modules and a large research project will produce a coherent and comprehensive degree. Students entering this programme can:gain in-depth interdisciplinary knowledge and necessary cognitive, practical, communication, and professional skills for future career development;work with a number of energetic, collegial, and intellectual colleagues from multiple countriesThe MRes Environmental Sciences programme at Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University (XJTLU) offers a unique opportunity to learn and conduct research within a truly international and interdisciplinary environment. Led by world-renowned avian community ecologist Professor Eben Goodale, the research team includes energetic young researchers specialising in ecology and environmental science. This diverse creates a rich setting where theory meets cutting-edge research.With an exceptionally low student-to-staff ratio close to 1:1, every master’s student receives individualised, hands-on guidance directly from frontline researchers. Over two years, you will benefit from close mentoring that guides you step by step into scientific research, helping you develop confidence and your own academic voice. This highly supportive and collaborative environment equips graduates with the skills and experience needed to address complex environmental challenges worldwide and to advance their academic and professional careers.

Top 100 of 2025 Shanghai Ranking or World-class universities or First-class disciplines (MoE, People’s Republic of China): 75 per cent or above (Weighted Average Mark)Other universities: 80 – 85 per cent or above (Weighted Average Mark), depending on your undergraduate institution. UK:UK upper second class honours (2:1) or equivalentNorth America:3.0 Cumulative GPA (out of 4) or3.2 Cumulative GPA in the final two years of your undergraduate programme Bachelor Degree in a relevant field, such as Ecology, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Agriculture, Forestry, Grassland Science, Plant Protection, Nature Protection and Environmental Ecology, Soil and Water Conservation and Desertification Control, Chemistry, Materials Science and Engineering, Biology (Botany, Zoology, Physiology, Microbiology), Atmospheric Science, Geography (Physical Geography, Human Geography, Geographic Information Systems), Architecture (Urban Planning, Urban Design, Landscape Architecture), Design (Environmental Design), Hydraulic Engineering (Hydrology and Water Resources, Hydraulics and River Dynamics), Geology (Hydrogeology), Remote Sensing Science and Technology, Computer Science and Technology, Statistics, Data Science, and other majors with a passion for environmental science and ecology.