Sustainability and Environmental Studies

Entry requirements

Normally a first-class or second-class honours degree (or international equivalent) in any degree discipline.

All backgrounds considered, including social sciences, arts, engineering, law, chemistry, maths, physics, geology, biology and business.

Lower degree classifications may be considered if there is strength elsewhere (for example, relevant work experience, excellent final project/dissertation, very strong academic letter of reference, very strong application statement linking with career goals.)

Months of entry

January, September

Course content

This course offers a cross-disciplinary approach to the study of environmental management, policy, the circular economy, sustainability and sustainable development in both developed and developing countries. It is suitable for applicants from all academic backgrounds and our wide range of subject options enables you to choose classes to suit your background.

You’ll learn about major environmental issues and the circular economy and gain an understanding of the methods in which environmental considerations and climate change are used in development and planning decisions. You'll be expected to probe, for example, strategies and policy options for achieving sustainable development without increasing the ecological footprint of economic activities.

A unique feature of the department is our strong link to industry and public bodies, which is an essential part of our approach to research and education. It also provides our students with valuable contacts outside the world of academia.

Running since 1992, this is one of the oldest sustainability degrees in the UK. This innovative interdisciplinary degree was created to allow access to sustainability and environmental classes across all four faculties. The University celebrated the 30-year anniversary of the MSc with a photographic exhibition showcasing how alumni from this degree are contributing to "Sustainability in Action" in a variety of jobs globally.

Fees and funding

Available scholarships can be found online.