MSc Climate Change and Sustainable Solutions (Online) at King's College London

Programme overview

Online part-time master's that combines climate science, policy and governance with practical tools for designing sustainability solutions. It was designed by experts from the Faculty of Social Science & Public Policy, King's Business School and the Faculty of Natural, Mathematical & Engineering Sciences.

Intake: Intakes in September, January and May; next intake January 2027 | Study mode: distance learning / online | Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Seven modules: Fundamentals of Climate Change (30 credits); Climate Change: Policy and Governance (30 credits); Climate Economics, Finance and Sustainable Business (30 credits); Geopolitics of Sustainability Transitions (15 credits); Technology for Climate Change; Project A: Research Skills for Climate Solutions; Project B: Dissertation. Assessment typically includes essays, group work, oral presentations, science and policy briefs, concept maps and analytical reports.

Career pathways

Roles such as climate risk consultant, ESG analyst, net-zero programme manager, sustainable supply-chain specialist, resilience consultant and carbon accounting specialist.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A 2:1 honours degree (or international equivalent) in a related subject, typically environmental, earth or natural sciences, social or political sciences, business, economics, public policy or engineering; similar disciplines are also considered. Applicants with a 2:1 or 2:2 in any subject, or equivalent professional qualifications, must demonstrate relevant professional experience; applicants with Level 5 qualifications or equivalent need at least five years of relevant work experience. The application needs personal statement questions and two references, and may need a CV, plus official transcripts and degree certificates. International applicants (English language Band B): IELTS Academic 7.0 overall with at least 6.5 in each skill, or PTE Academic 69 overall with at least 62 in each communicative skill. Application deadline for the January 2027 intake: 7 December 2026.

GBP 15,500 for the whole programme. Total cost of the programme as published; a £2,500 deposit is paid upfront to secure the place. GST may be added depending on country of residence. Source

Intake: Intakes in September, January and May; next intake January 2027

Apply through the official page: https://www.kcl.ac.uk/study/postgraduate-taught/courses/climate-change-and-sustainable-solutions

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