Masters Compare - Find your perfect masters course.
Masters Compare - Find your perfect masters course.
Study Details: 1 year full-time or 2 years full-time with placement
The need for swift and effective climate solutions has never been more pressing. Businesses are rallying behind the UN's Sustainable Development Goals while the world grapples with the twin crises of climate change and biodiversity loss. Our course is crafted to address these emerging global themes. It will equip you to not just understand them, but to lead the way in devising actionable solutions.
Our MSc Environmental Sustainability focuses on global population issues and explores the policies and solutions needed to balance environmental goals with government and business interests. It has been specifically developed to address skills that are current and meaningful to the sector, as well as key international themes in:
Sustainability
Carbon management
Biodiversity governance
Climate change
Urban resilience
During the course, you’ll develop skills in the identification and analysis of regional and global issues. You’ll evaluate appropriate evidence and develop solutions to tackle these issues and implement them in policies. Furthermore, you’ll learn to apply environmental management tools, climate risk assessment, and carbon management methods. You'll graduate able to evaluate the implementation of environmental policy and assess progress towards sustainable development.
You’ll also develop your project management skills with the freedom to choose a specialism aligned to your own interests and career aspirations. The masters dissertation project prepares you for a range of careers, including further study.
Above all, upon graduating, you'll be equipped with the skills to drive environmental policy, implement effective strategies, and lead the charge towards a greener, more sustainable world.
You’ll need a UK honours degree – at least a 2:2 – or the international equivalent, in a relevant subject. Professional experience will also be considered for mature students.
Overseas applicants will require IELTS with an overall score of 6.5 with no less than 5.5 in any category, or an equivalent accepted English qualification.
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This course prepares you for several meaningful careers. You’ll graduate with the expertise and specialist skills needed to address environmental challenges and promote sustainability in both the private and public sectors. Career routes include:
Environmental Consultancy
Environmental Policy Analyst
Sustainability Manager
Environmental Educator
Corporate Social Responsibility Manager
While it provides the skills and understanding you’ll need to take your first steps in this area, it’s also a valuable option if you’re already in a relevant role. Many students study this masters as part of their professional development.
Core modules
Global Sustainability Challenges
Climate Risk and Resilience
Biodiversity, Natural Capital and Ecosystem Services
Natural Capital and Biodiversity Governance
Transitioning to Net Zero
Management of Projects Fundamentals
Dissertation (Environment)
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