MSc Environmental Management at University of Stirling

Programme overview

MSc Environmental Management addresses climate change adaptation, biodiversity, sustainable energy management and the conservation and protection of land, water and habitats. It offers the core MSc Environmental Sciences or specialist pathways such as Environmental Management (Conservation).

Duration: MSc full-time: 12 months; part-time: 24 months | Intake: January 2027, September 2027, January 2028 | Study mode: full-time / part-time | Location: Stirling, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Students take three 20-credit SCQF level 11 modules in each semester followed by a 60-credit dissertation (a three-month research project, often with an outside agency). The Conservation pathway can specialise in ecosystem services, environmental economics, conservation conflicts, habitat and biodiversity management, and GIS and remote sensing.

Career pathways

Graduates are in demand at environment protection agencies, conservation bodies, local authorities, environmental consultancies and waste management companies.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Minimum second class honours degree or equivalent in a relevant subject; applicants without these qualifications but with significant relevant work or life experience are encouraged to apply. English language (international applicants): IELTS Academic or UKVI 6.5 with a minimum of 5.5 in each sub-skill. Pearson Test of English (Academic) 62 overall with a minimum of 60 in each sub-skill. TOEFL exams taken before 21 January 2026: 88 overall with 18 in reading, 17 in writing, 17 in listening and 20 in speaking. TOEFL exams taken after 21 January 2026: 4.5 overall with no less than 4 in any band.

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,750 a year (2026/27). Students from the UK and Republic of Ireland; part time rate Source

International applicants: GBP 12,150 a year (2026/27). International (including EU) students; part time rate Source

Intake: January 2027, September 2027, January 2028

Duration: MSc full-time: 12 months; part-time: 24 months

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