Climate Change and Development (Online)

Entry requirements

Months of entry

January, September

Course content

Tackle the climate crisis and advance UN Sustainable Development Goals with SOAS's online MSc Climate Change and Development programme.

Designed for current and aspiring climate and development professionals, this programme builds exceptional analytical skills, allowing you to identify low-carbon pathways, address climate impacts, and shape effective adaptation.

Gain critical insight into how today’s development models drive environmental change – and how to transform them for a fairer future.

Studying at SOAS

We're ranked 2nd in the world for Development Studies and 2nd in the world for Academic Reputation in Development Studies (QS World University Rankings 2026). Gain a global perspective unlike any other from a world-renowned university based in the heart of London.

Study Tours

All postgraduate students can take part in our Study Tours and explore the world. Destinations include New Delhi, Lahore, Seoul, Luang Prabang, Almaty, Bishkek, Kigali, Johannesburg, and Doha. For more information, see our Study Tours page.

Structure

You can study this programme either as an accelerated two-year part-time degree or a three-year part-time degree.

Two-year route (accelerated):

Year 1: 90 credits (three modules)

Year 2: 90 credits (three modules, including either a capstone dissertation or project)

Three-year route:

Year 1: 60 credits (two modules)

Year 2: 60 credits (two modules)

Year 3: 60 credits (two modules, including either a capstone dissertation or project)

Both routes are designed to build a strong foundation in your first year, followed by greater flexibility in later years, including optional modules and the opportunity to complete a capstone dissertation or applied project.

Information for international students

For details, including English language requirements, please see SOAS website

Fees and funding

For details of postgraduate fees, please see SOAS website