MRes Sustainable Environmental Management at University of Plymouth

Programme overview

A taught research masters in environmental management spanning natural and social sciences, from environmental law and ethics to impact assessment, freshwater environments, climate change, contaminated land and marine regulation. The programme is accredited by the Institute of Sustainability and Environmental Professionals (ISEP) and builds advanced research skills with fieldwork and applied projects.

Department: School of Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences | Duration: 1 year full-time; part-time route available | Study mode: full-time, part-time route available | Location: Plymouth, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core modules are Professional Practice in the Environmental Sector, the MRes Dissertation (120 credits), Environmental Knowledge: From Field to Stakeholder, and Science, Society and Environmental Governance. Part-time students follow a fixed timetable.

Career pathways

Graduates move into environmental regulation and protection, sustainability roles in business, charities and conservation organisations, local government and environmental consultancy.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A minimum of a 2:2 honours degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline; candidates with experience in a relevant area are also encouraged to apply. International applicants need a suitable English language qualification: IELTS 6.5 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in each element. Supporting documents: degree certificates or transcripts (with translations if not in English), a personal statement of approximately 250-400 words, and proof of sponsorship where applicable. Decisions are normally made within four weeks; references or an interview may be requested.

Domestic applicants: GBP 11,000 a year (2026/27). Full-time tuition for UK students. Source

International applicants: GBP 21,000 a year (2026/27). Full-time tuition. Source

Duration: 1 year

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