MSc Climate Change and Sustainability

Program Overview

This MSc program in Climate Change and Sustainability provides a thorough grasp of climate science, innovative monitoring and management techniques, and practical skills in environmental research methods, GIS, and data analysis. It prepares graduates for careers as environmental researchers, consultants, managers, and policy advisors, equipping them with the tools to address real-world environmental challenges and promote sustainability.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

This MSc program provides a unique opportunity to study climate change and sustainability, focusing on innovative and positive strategies for monitoring and managing the impacts.

• Gain practical skills in environmental research methods, GIS, and data analysis.
• Enhance professional skills relevant to employment in the environmental industry.

Program Description:

The program is designed to provide students with a strong foundation in climate change science, sustainability principles, and practical skills. It covers a wide range of topics, including:

• The physical basis of climate change
• Climate change impacts on various systems (atmosphere, ocean, terrestrial, biosphere)
• Social and political responses to climate change (mitigation, adaptation, sustainability)
• Sustainable infrastructure design and management
• Environmental research methods, including GIS and data analysis
• Sustainable environmental management techniques
• Energy sources and management
• Environmental monitoring and modeling

Outline:

Semester 1:

• Climate Change to 2100: This module explores the physical basis of climate change, its impacts, and social and political responses.
• Environmental Research Methods: This module develops project management, GIS, and data analysis skills.

Semester 2:

• Climate Change and GIS: This module enhances GIS skills through climate change case studies.
• Sustainable Environmental Management: This module examines current issues in sustainable environmental management, including hazard response and ecosystem services.
• Environmental Monitoring and Modelling: This module develops skills for conducting field-based and desk-based investigations related to aquatic pollution.

Dissertation:

Students complete a dissertation on a topic of their choice within the subject area, demonstrating independent research capabilities.

Assessment:

Assessment Methods:

• Essays
• Policy assessments
• Coursework portfolios
• Exams
• Oral presentations
• Research proposals
• Stakeholder engagement plans
• Poster presentations
• Environmental consultancy reports

Teaching:

Teaching Methods:

• Lectures
• Workshops
• Computer-based practicals
• Laboratory-based practicals
• Tutorials
• Fieldwork

Faculty:

• Dr. Lee Bradley (Programme Leader)
• Dr. Nicola Koyama (Reader)
• Dr. Alexandre Gagnon (Lecturer/Senior Lecturer)
• Dr. Joseph Amoako-Attah (Lecturer/Senior Lecturer)

Unique Approaches:

• Emphasis on practical skills development through fieldwork, laboratory work, and GIS software exploration.
• Industry-standard software used for data analysis and visualization.
• Extensive tutorial program to enhance professional skills.

Careers:

Potential Career Paths:

• Climate change consultant
• Sustainability specialist
• Environmental researcher
• GIS analyst
• Environmental manager
• Policy advisor

Opportunities:

• Strong employability record with 96% of graduates in work or further study six months after graduation.
• Applied learning techniques and industry connections prepare students for the workplace.
• Practical sessions are conducted in state-of-the-art facilities, including a GIS suite and environmental analysis laboratory.
• The Avril Robarts Library is within walking distance.

Home full-time per year:

£10,195

International full-time per year:

£18,250