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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.

The eligibility criteria for admission to CUSAT for M.Sc. in Environmental Science and Technology are:
- 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.
- 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.

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)

To apply for M.Sc. in Environmental Science and Technology at CUSAT, you need to meet the eligibility requirements, which include having a graduate degree in Chemistry with Physics and Mathematics as subsidiaries or graduate in Engineering (Civil/ Public Health/ Environmental) with 55% marks, or graduate in Life Sciences/ Environmental Science/Zoology/ Botany/ Microbiology with 55% marks. You also need to 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 exam pattern includes graduate-level questions from areas such as Biotechnology, Chemistry, Engineering Science, Life Sciences, and Physics.

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.

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.