Course summary
MSc Environmental Impact Assessment and Management equips you with the knowledge and practical skills needed to shape more sustainable decisions in planning, development and policy-making. Designed for those looking to make a tangible impact on the environment, this course prepares you for professional practice at both a project and strategic level through the use of Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) and Strategic Environmental Assessment (SEA) tools. You will gain a solid foundation in environmental assessment frameworks, legislation, and methodologies, while also being introduced to the expanding field of environmental management, a critical area for organisations striving to meet global sustainability goals. What sets this course apart is its emphasis on real-world application. Through immersive, hands-on workshops that mirror the challenges professionals face in the field, you will develop practical skills in critical analysis, reporting, and stakeholder engagement. Simulated consultancy tasks, group projects, and industry-informed case studies will prepare you for the fast-paced, multidisciplinary nature of environmental work. You’ll also benefit from site visits that offer first hand insight into how environmental assessments are conducted on the ground, bridging the gap between theory and practice. Whether you're aiming for a role in consultancy, government, NGOs, or the private sector, this MSc will prepare you to lead on environmental decision-making that balances development with long-term ecological responsibility.
Entry requirements
We require a UK Honours degree with a First or Upper Second (2.1) classification or the overseas equivalent, in any discipline. When assessing your academic record we take into account the grades you have achieved and the standing of the institution where you studied your qualification.
English language requirements
For the latest information on demonstrating your English proficiency for those whose first language is not English, please see our language requirements . You are required to provide a valid English language qualification which meets our entry requirements for the Master's course or a pre-sessional course at the time of application. This programme accepts successful completion of the 6 and 10 Week Pre-sessional English Language course. We accept the following qualifications which must be valid on the start date of the Master's course. Pre-sessional 6 Week Course Requirement: IELTS UKVI or Academic: 6.0 Overall with 6.0 in Writing, no more than one sub-skill at 5.5 and no sub-skill below 5.5 TOEFL iBT: 80 Overall with 20 in Writing, 20 in Speaking and no other sub-skill below 18 Pearson PTE Academic or Academic UKVI: 65 Overall with 65 in Writing, no more than one sub-skill of 59 and no other sub-skill below 59. Pre-sessional 10 Week Course Requirement: IELTS UKVI or Academic: 5.5 Overall with no sub-skill below 5.5 TOEFL iBT: 72 Overall with 20 in Speaking and no other sub-skill below 18 Pearson PTE Academic or Academic UKVI: 59 Overall with no sub-skill below 59
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
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Provider information
University of Manchester
Oxford Road
Manchester
M13 9PL