MSc Environmental Dynamics and Climate Change at Swansea University

Programme overview

This MSc explores the patterns, processes and impacts of environmental and climatic change at global and regional scales, through laboratory work, field-based learning and environmental modelling. It is accredited by the Royal Geographical Society (with IBG).

Faculty: School of Biosciences, Geography and Physics | Department: Geography | Duration: 1 year full time; 2 or 3 years part time | Intake: September | Location: Swansea, Wales, United Kingdom

What you will study

Compulsory modules are Environmental Dynamics, Satellite Remote Sensing, Ecosystems: Ecology, Conservation and Resource Management and Climate Change - Past, Present and Future, with 40 credits of options (such as Geographical Information Systems, Environmental Modelling, Drone Accreditation and Remote Sensing) and a 60-credit dissertation.

Career pathways

Graduates have progressed into government agencies, utilities, environmental consultancies and research, in roles such as environmental monitoring officer, catchment scientist, ecologist and data analyst.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Normally a 2:1 degree in an approved subject. International applicants: IELTS 6.5 overall with at least 6.0 in each component, or equivalent.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,900 a year (2026/27 (September 2). Full-time, one year Source

International applicants: GBP 24,300 a year (2026/27 (September 2). Full-time, one year Source

Intake: September

Duration: 1 year full time; 2 or 3 years part time

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