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Global Development (Environment and Climate Change) at University of Manchester - UCAS

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Course summary

MSc Global Development (Environment and Climate Change) is a cutting-edge course that explores the intersection of environmental challenges and sustainable development. By linking physical science-based environmental understanding with the social and economic drivers of global sustainability, this course equips students with the knowledge and skills needed to address the most pressing environmental issues of our time, with a specific focus on low- and middle-income countries. Over the past two decades, the urgency of environmental issues such as climate change, biodiversity loss, and resource scarcity has brought these challenges to the forefront of the global agenda. Governments, organisations, and communities worldwide face increasing pressures to adopt sustainable practices while promoting social justice and economic development. Core Focus: Environment and Climate Change The course examines the environmental dimensions of global development, preparing students to critically assess and tackle challenges at the nexus of environment, society, and economy. Key themes include:

  • The impact of climate change on low- and middle-income countries.
  • The role of sustainable development in addressing environmental degradation.
  • Strategies for promoting climate resilience in vulnerable communities.
  • Balancing development priorities with ecological preservation.
Students engage with cutting-edge research to understand both mainstream approaches to sustainability and radical alternatives that challenge existing paradigms. MSc Global Development (Environment and Climate Change) empowers students to confront the most significant challenges of our time. By fostering a nuanced understanding of sustainability, it prepares graduates to lead in creating a world where environmental integrity, economic progress, and social justice go hand in hand.

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 . This programme accepts successful completion of the 6-weeks 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-weeks course requirement IELTS UKVI or Academic: 6.5 Overall with 6.5 in Writing and Speaking, and 6.0 in Listening and Reading OR IELTS UKVI or Academic 7.0 Overall with 6.5 in Writing or Speaking, and no other sub-skill below 6.0 TOEFL iBT 90 Overall with 22 in Writing and Speaking, and 20 in Listening and Reading OR TOEFL iBT 100 Overall with 22 in Writing or Speaking, and no other sub-skill below 20 Pearson PTE Academic UKVI or Academic: 70 Overall with 70 in Writing and Speaking, and 65 in Listening and Reading OR Pearson PTE Academic UKVI or Academic: 76 Overall with 70 in Writing or Speaking, and no other sub-skill below 65

Fees and funding

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Global Development (Environment and Climate Change) at University of Manchester - UCAS