Course summary
Whether you’re working in the environment sector, or want to move in that direction, if you’re passionate about creating a greener future and have a background in science, this course is for you. With a major focus on the measuring and modeling of the environmental impact of pollution on aquatic and terrestrial ecosytems, on this course you will be able to analyse and understand the effect of human activity on our planet. In addition, our course provides you with a strong grounding in the quantitative and qualitative skills required to address the questions raised by these environmental impacts, providing you with multi-disciplinary approaches to the subject. Following the taught element you have the opportunity to apply your skills and knowledge in a research project supervised by a member of our internationally-acclaimed research team. Our research expertise spans a range of pollution and environmental control topics in relation to water, air, soil and ecosystems, as well as more general environmental hazards and global climate change. Our department was placed in the UK top six by the Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2021, and our standing creates a thriving research environment for our MSc students.
Entry requirements
Applications are welcome from students with an Upper Second (2:1) Class Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a natural science, environmental science, environmental engineering, water science engineering or other related scientific or technological discipline from a recognised university. When assessing your academic record we take into account the grades you have achieved, your academic references and the standing of the institution where you studied your qualification.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
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 fees for entry in 2025, please view the course listing on our website.
Sponsorship information
Across our institution, we offer a number of postgraduate taught scholarships and awards to outstanding UK and international students each year. The University of Manchester is committed to widening participation in postgraduate study, and allocates £300,000 in funding each year. Our Manchester Masters Bursaries are aimed at widening access to masters courses by removing barriers to postgraduate education for students from underrepresented groups. For more information, see the Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences Fees and funding page or visit the University of Manchester funding for masters courses website for more information.
Provider information
University of Manchester
Oxford Road
Manchester
M13 9PL