Course summary
Address the challenges of global environmental climate change and economic development with our MSc Environment, Climate Change and Development master’s degree. Study at the UK’s leading university for environmental and ethical performance (the University of Reading is ranked 1st in the People and Planet University League, 2023/24). Climate change has profound economic and social dimensions. Through this programme, you will examine the social-scientific drivers and consequences of climate change – and its associated policy debates – by integrating the natural and social science of climate change, and applying cutting-edge, transdisciplinary tool. Joining this programme means you’ll also be joining the Graduate Institute of International Development, Agriculture and Economics in our School of Agriculture, Policy and Development, where we are committed to empowering change through our teaching and research. Our academics tackle some of the world’s most pressing issues across their respective fields of expertise, and our mission is to make a difference in the context of the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals. For more information, please visit the programme page: https://www.reading.ac.uk/ready-to-study/study/subject-area/international-development-and-applied-economics-pg/msc-climate-change-and-development
Modules
Sample modules may include:
- Energy, Climate Change and Development
- Global Environmental Change, Justice and Development
- Theories and Practices of Development
- Ecosystem Services and Nature-based Solutions
- Poverty Inequalities and Gender in Development
- Climate Smart Agriculture
Entry requirements
IELTS: 6.5 overall with no element less than 5.5 (or equivalent) Normally a good undergraduate honours degree (2:2 or above), or equivalent from a university outside the UK. Applicants who have relevant career experience are also encouraged to apply. Evidence of prior experience in the sector may also be taken into consideration for all international development degrees. Students may join immediately after their undergraduate degree, or after some years of employment to enhance career prospects by acquiring further skills.
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
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Provider information
University of Reading
Whiteknights House
PO Box 217
Reading
RG6 6AH