MRes Climate and Atmospheric Science at University of Leeds

Programme overview

This Masters by Research gives a grounding in physical science, data analysis and research, with practical and communication skills for careers in climate and atmospheric science.

Department: School of Earth, Environment and Sustainability | Duration: 12 months full-time | Intake: September 2027 | Study mode: full-time | Location: Leeds, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Compulsory modules are Observing Weather and Climate: Advanced Field Skills, Advanced Data Analysis and Visualisation for Environmental Applications, Scientific Quality and Discourse, Machine Learning and Statistics (15 credits each) and a 90-credit MRes Research Project. Two optional modules cover topics such as air quality, atmospheric dynamics, climate change processes, cryosphere or biosphere.

Career pathways

Graduates have secured roles such as wind energy resource surveyor, catastrophe modelling analyst and air quality scientist.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Bachelor degree with a 2:1 (hons) in science, technology, engineering, mathematics, geography or a related subject; applicants with a 2:2, relevant work experience or professional qualifications are also encouraged to apply. Application deadlines: 30 July 2027 for international applicants and 10 September 2027 for UK applicants. IELTS 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in any component for international applicants.

Domestic applicants: GBP 14,700 for the whole programme (2027/28 entry). Total course fee (full-time) Source

International applicants: GBP 33,800 for the whole programme (2027/28 entry). Total course fee (full-time) Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 12 months full-time

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