Category Archives: Grad School/Career Prep

RESCO Erasmus Mundus – Website Now Online & Applications Open

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Dear Students,

I hope you are doing well.

Following my previous messages regarding the launch of the Erasmus Mundus Joint Master RESCO – Renewable Energy and Sustainable Construction, I am pleased to inform you that the official programme website is now online and that the first application campaign is open for a start in September 2026.

🔗 Official RESCO website
(Programme structure, mobility paths, admission requirements, scholarships, and selection process)

Students may also register via this short pre-registration form to receive updates and reminders.

New Erasmus Mundus RESCO Master

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Hello,

I am writing to you on behalf of the University of Le Havre Normandie (France), coordinator of a newly selected Erasmus Mundus Joint Master:
RESCO – Renewable Energy and Sustainable Construction.

This two-year, fully English-taught Master is delivered by five European universities and focuses on civil engineering, sustainable construction, advanced materials, and renewable energy systems. The programme includes mandatory mobility periods and offers Erasmus Mundus full scholarships to selected students worldwide.

Applicant Requirements (summary)

Students must hold:

  • A Bachelor’s degree (180 ECTS or equivalent) in engineering or a closely related field
  • A B2 level of English (official test or medium-of-instruction letter)
  • Required documents include transcript, degree certificate, passport, CV, motivation letter, one recommendation letter, and proof of English proficiency.

The programme brochure is attached, providing details on curriculum, mobility, eligibility and scholarships.

Since the official website and application platform will open in December 2025, interested students may already register here to receive updates and the application link as soon as it becomes available:

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UC San Diego Structural Engineering Grad Program Information Session | Dec. 9th

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Good afternoon,

Are you a Junior or Senior who’s interested in learning more about our Structural Engineering Master’s or PhD Programs?

Join us on Tuesday, December 9th for a Virtual Graduate Info Session!

Engage with our graduate program representatives and gain insight into UC San Diego’s diverse Grad Program.

RSVP to receive our Zoom Link.

Are you ready to make your impact!?

RSVP for Tuesday, December 9th | 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. PT

Learn more about UC San Diego’s Graduate Programs

New Emory MSPH Program in Data Science with $30,000 Funding Package

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We’re thrilled to announce a brand-new degree program at Emory University’s Rollins School of Public Health that combines cutting-edge data science methods with environmental health expertise: the Master of Science in Public Health in Data Science with an Environmental Health Concentration.

Even better? Thanks to a generous gift from the O. Wayne Rollins Foundation, we’re offering $30,000 guaranteed funding packages for the program’s inaugural cohort beginning in Fall 2026!

Students who submit verified and completed applications by the January 5, 2026 priority deadline and are admitted will receive:

  • $25,000 tuition scholarship for full-time students
  • $5,000 stipend for the required practicum
  • Total support: $30,000

Why Environmental Health + Data Science?

This unique program prepares students to tackle one of today’s most pressing challenges: understanding how environmental exposures impact human health. Graduates will be equipped to analyze complex environmental health datasets, investigate how exposures and biology interact to influence health outcomes, and lead research and policy efforts using advanced data science methods. 

Program Structure:

  • 2-year (4 semester), in-person, full-time program
  • 48 required credit hours

Coursework Includes:

  • Data Science Skills: R Coding, Database Development, Reproducible Workflows, and Applied Machine Learning
  • Environmental Health Expertise: Toxicology, Complex Environmental Exposures, The Exposome, Biological Responses in Health and Disease
  • Applied Experiences at the intersection of Data Science and Environmental Health

Be part of something groundbreaking while gaining expertise in two of public health’s fastest-growing fields! 

Learn more: https://sph.emory.edu/degrees-programs/msph/data-science/environmental-health

Questions?

Application Priority Deadline: January 5, 2026

Apply early to secure your sport and guaranteed funding!

Best Regards,
McKenzie Beverage, MPA
Program Coordinator

UC San Diego SE Graduate Information Session | Dec. 9th

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Good morning,
I hope this email finds you well. This is the Structural Engineering Department of UC San Diego.

I am reaching out to let you know that we are hosting two Virtual Graduate Info Sessions on Nov. 24th & Dec. 9th for students to learn about our Structural Engineering Grad Programs and to ask any questions about our program and enrollment.

Please share the event details below with your students:

Thank you!

Are you interested in learning more about the MS program in the Department of Structural Engineering at UC San Diego? Continue reading →

Scholarship for students wishing to pursue UK-based masters

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Hi CEE seniors,

See below to learn about an excellent funding opportunity through Siddall Sheffield Scholarship. It is specifically for Engineering Masters.

I am writing to alert you to an exciting new scholarship opportunity for US students to study in the UK.  The British Consulate-General in San Francisco has been working with the UK’s University of Sheffield on the development and promotion of the Siddall Sheffield Scholarship, which covers the full tuition fee for a one-year Engineering Masters, plus a stipend of almost £18,000.

You will be familiar with the University of Sheffield’s reputation given their recent visits to and partnership with UW.  It is a World Top 100 university with a global reputation for research excellence and impact, particularly in the field of engineering where it attracts more funding than any other UK university including Oxford, Cambridge, and Imperial College London.  Sheffield is also consistently voted the best university in the UK for student life and has won many accolades for its Students Union.

The scholarship is looking to develop the brightest and best talent in engineering and is open to all US students with a relevant bachelor’s degree.  The Engineering Masters courses cover a range of subject areas, from Computer Science to Aerospace Engineering, Bioengineering, Robotics, and Materials Science.  You can find out more about the courses on offer here: Postgraduate | Faculty of Engineering | The University of Sheffield

The scholarship is now accepting applications for 2026 entrants. The application window closes on 13 January 2026.

LUNCH & LEARN: Arup & WSDOT

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Hi everyone,

ASCE-UW is hosting our final 2 Lunch and Learns of the quarter next week (Tuesday and Wednesday), and we’re thrilled to invite you to them.

Tuesday, November 18th: Arup in MOR234

Join us in MOR234 from 12:30-1:20pm to hear from Arup, a transnational engineering, design, architecture consultancy firm with expertise 150+ disciplines including transportation, structures, energy, water, manufacturing, and more! We hope you come join us.

RSVP FOR Arup HERE

Wednesday, November 19th: WSDOT in MOR230

Join us in MOR230 from 12:30-1:20pm to meet WSDOT, our well-loved governmental agency responsible for constructing/maintaining/regulating our transportation infrastructure in WA state. We will specifically be hearing from TMC, the Traffic management center and is responsible for monitoring traffic/directing incident response to keep roads clear & traffic moving safely. Hope to see you there!

RSVP FOR WSDOT HERE

Info Session MS in Applied Chemical Science & Technology

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Hi CEE Undergraduates,

The Department of Chemistry Master of Science in Applied Chemical Science & Technology (MSACST) invites all interested STEM students to an in-person information session about the program on Friday November 21 at 4:00 PM in CHB 102.

Refreshments will be served.

MSACST is designed for STEM students interested in advanced chemical and data science tools for careers in biotech, pharmaceuticals, clean energy, climate science and more. 

The program features a cutting-edge curriculum with the opportunity to conduct research with nationally and internationally recognized faculty, in a flexible format that allows students to choose between 3 Tracks and complete their degree in 1 or 2 years.

The application is open! Full program and application information is at www.appliedchem.uw.edu

MSACST In Person Info Session Nov 21, 2025
MSACST Program Flyer 2025

Can’t make the in-person info session? We are holding 3 online info sessions, sign up at the link or contact us for more information:

Email MSACST Director Sharon Durfy, acstadvising@uw.edu with any questions, and we hope to see you either in-person or at one of our online information sessions!

UCo Climate Career Panel

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Hi Environmental Undergrads!

Join UCo next Tuesday, November 4th for a Climate Career Panel. This panel will start at 5pm in Ocean Sciences Building room 425. This panel will feature Seattle professionals working on climate and adjacent fields. This is a great opportunity to hear about diverse career options and how to apply you interests and education in climate to practical careers including research, business, engineering, and more. 

Our panel includes Sam Shugart (Business and Climate Risk), Taryn Black (Cryosphere Sciences Laboratory), and Steffen Coenen (Transportation Engineering and Decarbonization). This will be a moderated panel with time for Q&A after. Panelists will share their educational experiences, career path, and advice. Snacks will be provided!

Best,
The UCo Leadership Team