MSc in Nature, Society and Environmental Governance at University of Oxford

Programme overview

A graduate course in the critical analysis of relationships between nature, society and environmental governance, designed for outstanding students with some background in the social sciences and humanities.

Duration: 12 months | Intake: 28 September 2027 | Study mode: full-time | Location: Oxford, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Teaching draws on human and political geography, anthropology, science studies, the environmental humanities and environmental sciences, with core components and option modules, to develop a theoretically sophisticated understanding of environmental politics.

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Entry requirements

A first-class or strong upper second-class UK honours degree (or equivalent) in any discipline. Applicants should demonstrate an interest in the interaction of nature, society and environmental governance. No GRE or GMAT scores are sought. US bachelor's degree applicants normally need a GPA of at least 3.6 out of 4.0. English language (international applicants, higher level): IELTS Academic 7.5 overall with at least 7.0 in each component; TOEFL iBT 110 overall with minimum Listening 22, Reading 24, Speaking 25, Writing 24. Application deadline for 2027-28 entry: 12:00 UK time on 13 November 2026.

Domestic applicants: GBP 28,420 a year (2027/28) Source

International applicants: GBP 38,340 a year (2027/28) Source

Intake: 28 September 2027

Duration: 12 months full-time

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