MSc Environmental Sustainability at Durham University

Programme overview

The Masters in Environmental Sustainability equips you with the knowledge and skills to address urgent environmental challenges and unlock rewarding career opportunities in building a greener future. Join us to make a real impact while shaping a sustainable tomorrow. The ability to deliver sustainable futures across all human activities requires a diverse set of practical skills.

What you will study

The course comprises seven compulsory taught modules and an eighth taught module chosen from two options, culminating in a dissertation that integrates your learning through independent research. The seven core taught modules are: Compulsory modules include Fundamentals of Environmental Sustainability, Key Skills - Data Science, Society, Energy, Environment and Resilience, Sustainable Resource Management, Strategic Leadership, Environmental Impact Assessment and Management.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Entry requirements: Applicants must hold a 2:1 Bachelor (Honours) degree or international equivalent. As the programme requires quantitative skills, applicants should also demonstrate mathematical competence through either a relevant University-level module or GCSE Mathematics at Grade B/5 or international equivalent. Applicants who have relevant professional/industry experience and practice may also be considered.

Domestic applicants: GBP 15,000 a year (2027/28). Home/Island full-time tuition fee per year for September 2027 entry Source

International applicants: GBP 32,000 a year (2027/28). International/EU full-time tuition fee per year for September 2027 entry Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 1 year full-time

Apply through the official page: https://web.prod.sits.admin.durham.ac.uk/urd/sits.urd/run/siw_ipp_lgn.login_enc?2ffs-x8W1ugsSwDuR1HzLLt1OnQPLjX6asB8zEf8dgfiZWWJy_PXzk23CwSxTvl2r2cr3FG7cpk=

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