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Environment, Development and Politics at University of Birmingham - UCAS

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28Jun
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Course summary

Explore our MSc in Environment, Development, and Politics, where we integrate power dynamics into environmental decision-making. Gain practical insights and skills highly valued by employers, alongside international fieldwork opportunities, flexible modules, and robust academic support within our diverse and vibrant community. This course will help you develop cutting-edge knowledge and practical skills, positioning you to drive positive and sustainable change. Prepare to lead and make a significant impact on global environmental and development issues, advancing your career and influence the future. Why study this course at the University of Birmingham? Our MSc Environment, Development, and Politics stands out by integrating power dynamics into environmental decision-making and offering a collaborative, interdisciplinary approach in association with our Department of Political Science and International Studies (POLSIS). You'll benefit from international fieldwork, diverse module choices, and expert teaching from field specialists. Gain practical, career-ready skills that are highly valued by employers, and get prepared to lead and influence global environmental as well as development efforts.

  • Focus on power dynamics and integrates them into environmental decision-making for a comprehensive understanding.
  • Offers hands-on overseas fieldwork, enhancing your degree with real-world experience.
  • Provides an extensive list of diverse and flexible module options to tailor your studies.
  • Features renowned specialists and strong academic support
Career opportunities Our MSc in Environment, Development, and Politics opens diverse career paths in international, national, and local government, NGOs, think tanks, and consultancies. The course will equip you with essential skills to address global environmental challenges and promote positive change. Delivered in collaboration with POLSIS, you will graduate prepared to influence and lead in a variety of impactful roles.

Modules

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Qualified teacher status (QTS)

To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:

  • Course does not award QTS

Entry requirements

An upper second-class Honours degree or equivalent from an approved university or an equivalent professional qualification in a relevant field (the equivalent US Grade Point Average is 3.2) or; A lower second-class Honours degree from an approved university with excellent work experience; Adequate capacity in written and spoken English. Degrees from all disciplines are considered and a candidate's work experience can also be taken into consideration. International Students - You can satisfy our English language requirements in two ways: by holding an English language qualification to the right level - IELTS 6.5 with no less than 6.0 in any band or by taking and successfully completing one of our English courses for international students

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

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Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

Additional fee information

For more detailed information on available funding and fees for postgraduate courses please visit: https://www.birmingham.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/taught/fees-funding
Environment, Development and Politics at University of Birmingham - UCAS