Course summary
Are you looking to make a real impact in addressing the global climate change crisis? Join us to become a part of the solution to one of the most urgent challenges of our time. Course overview The postgraduate courses in Global Decarbonisation and Climate Change(GDCC) are a university-wide transdisciplinary initiative and explore key climate emergency issues. You will investigate the causes and consequences of climate change as well as the emerging solutions to reduce carbon dioxide emissions from human activity. The Science pathway focuses on the physical science aspects of reducing global carbonisation and tackling climate change. It is suited for people with a scientific background who wish to develop themselves further through the GDCC program keeping a scientific focus but, at the same time, wish to broaden their horizons and skillset with non-STEM modules. Core modules offer a thorough understanding of the causes and consequences of climate change and some of the nature-based solutions that may alleviate impacts. Beside the core modules you will choose a minimum of 2 core-optional modules, to explore topics such as sustainable energy systems, food system and plastics. In addition, this pathway offers you the opportunity to select wider optional modules. You will:
- Explore the global transition to net zero from more renewable energy technologies to life-cycle (eco)design, sustainable food systems, investment in nature-based solutions and sustainable infrastructure. We cover the challenges of moving to a low-carbon economy whilst adapting to a warming planet and will lead you through the implications of climate change and climate policies for equity between, and within, countries.
- Gain specialist knowledge of the earth system and climate impact whilst working together in small groups to propose innovative solutions for real-life problems.
- Recognise social and ethical responsibilities as you learn to mobilise your knowledge across disciplines and work effectively in interdisciplinary teams.
- Gain valuable insights into the demands and duties of the working world, bringing your leadership and management skills to life.
- Develop a wide range of talents including creative, critical, and strategic thinking, effective communication, professional engagement, teamwork, problem solving and research analysis through diverse learning approaches and perspectives.
Modules
Core modules
- Global Carbonisation: Causes and Consequences of Climate Change (PGCert, PGDip, MSc)
- Nature-based Solutions and Carbon Capture (PGCert, PGDip, MSc)
- Circular (Eco) design and Life Cycle Management (PGCert, PGDip, MSc)
- Interdisciplinary Research Skills (PGDip, MSc)
- Interdisciplinary Research Project (MSc)
- Sustainable Energy Systems (PGCert, PGDip, MSc)
- Plastics: the Good, the Bad and the Future (PGCert, PGDip, MSc)
- Food Systems (PGDip, MSc)
- Public Engagement
- Design Thinking for Social Impact
- Thinking Water
Assessment method
The assessments will take a variety of forms for example: Parliamentary POSTnotes on future scenarios; problem sets; research summaries, examinations; student-devised assessments; presentations (group and individual); reports; and, depending on study level, group projects; group debate; interdisciplinary research projects; project dissertation. Reading lists If you would like to view reading lists for current or previous cohorts of students, most departments have reading lists available through Warwick Library on the Talis Aspire platform. You can search for reading lists by module title, code or convenor. Please see the modules tab of this page or the module catalogue. Please note that some reading lists may have restricted access or be unavailable at certain times of year due to not yet being published. If you cannot access the reading list for a particular module, please check again later or contact the module’s host department.
Entry requirements
Minimum requirements 2:1 undergraduate degree (or equivalent) ideally in Physical Sciences, Engineering, Social Sciences, Business or Life Sciences. English language requirements You can find out more about our English language requirements on our website. This course requires the following: Band A IELTS overall score of 6.5, minimum component scores not below 6.0. International Students We welcome applications from students with other internationally recognised qualifications. For more information, please visit the international entry requirements page International qualifications We welcome applications from students with other internationally recognised qualifications. Additional requirements For the science pathway, mathematical capability to A2 level either via qualification or an assessment at entry via a mathematics test.
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
As well as tuition fees and living expenses, some courses may require you to cover the cost of field trips or costs associated with travel abroad.
General costs to be considered:
- Core text books
- Printer credits
- Dissertation binding
As well as tuition fees and course costs, students should budget for:
- Accommodation
- Food
- Clothes and leisure
- Robe hire for your degree ceremony
Sponsorship information
We offer a variety of postgraduate funding options for study at the University of Warwick, from postgraduate loans, university scholarships, fee awards, to academic department bursaries. It's important that you apply for your postgraduate course first before you apply for a University of Warwick scholarship. Please visit the University's scholarship webpages.
Provider information
University of Warwick
Coventry
CV4 7AL