Program Overview

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Global Environmental Change With Industrial Practice, MSc

Gain a solid foundation in environmental science, data analysis, and land/water-use interactions with this exciting Master’s in Global Environmental Change.

With our MSc Global Environmental Change, you'll develop the knowledge and skills to address some of the world's major challenges. Your study topics include climate change, environmental law and policy, meteorology and sustainability. This wide-ranging programme reflects the strength of unique expertise held within our prizewinning Natural Resources Institute (NRI).

Our recent interdisciplinary research ranges from practical areas with a direct relevance to climate adaptation - such as agricultural practices - to issues of equity and environmental economics. NRI academics who run modules for the MSc Global Environmental Change have contributed to global initiatives such as the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) assessment reports.

The Industrial Placement component offers invaluable career development support. You will have the chance to engage with professional development advisors, peer mentors, and industry employers through training sessions and networking events. This experience will enhance your professional skills and provide the opportunity to pursue a one-year internship with a relevant employer in the field.

Location

Medway Campus

Duration

2 years sandwich

Start month

September; January

Fees information

For fee information related to this course, please see fees section below

What you should know about this course

• Benefit from the expert knowledge within the Natural Resources Institute (NRI), a prizewinning research and teaching institute specialising in environment, agriculture and sustainable development.
• Learn from the integration of natural, social and economic sciences.
• Seize the opportunity to develop your skills and make a global difference.
• You are responsible for securing your placement (with our help). But if this is not completed, you can still graduate with an award without industrial practice.

Accredited by the CHES/IES

What you will study

Year 1

Option Set 1

Students are required to study the following compulsory modules.

• Independent Research Project (NRI) (60 credits)
• Environmental Footprinting (15 credits)
• Academic English for Postgraduates (Science)
• Research Methods for Postgraduates (15 credits)
• Fundamentals of Meteorology and Climate Change (30 credits)
• Adaptation to Environmental Change: Climate and Water (15 credits)

Students are required to choose 15 credits from this list of options.

• Risk Analysis for Agriculture and the Environment (15 credits)
• Agricultural and Natural Resources Innovation for Development (15 credits)
• Responsible Business and Natural Resources Management (15 credits)
• Introduction to GIS for Natural Resource Management (15 credits)

Students are required to choose 30 credits from this list of options.

• Conservation Ecology (15 credits)
• Climate Change, Food Security and Sustainable Development (15 credits)
• Soils and Environments (15 credits)

Option Set 2

Students are required to study the following compulsory modules

• Independent Research Project (NRI) (60 credits)
• Environmental Footprinting (15 credits)
• Academic English for Postgraduates (Science)
• Research Methods for Postgraduates (15 credits)
• Fundamentals of Meteorology and Climate Change (30 credits)
• Adaptation to Environmental Change: Climate and Water (15 credits)

Students are also required to choose 15 credits from this list of options.

• Elective Choice PG 15cr (15 credits)
• Postgraduate Negotiated Learning Module (15 credits)

Students are also required to choose 30 credits from this list of options.

• Conservation Ecology (15 credits)
• Climate Change, Food Security and Sustainable Development (15 credits)
• Soils and Environments (15 credits)

Option Set 3

Students are required to study the following compulsory modules.

• Independent Research Project (NRI) (60 credits)
• Environmental Footprinting (15 credits)
• Academic English for Postgraduates (Science)
• Research Methods for Postgraduates (15 credits)
• Fundamentals of Meteorology and Climate Change (30 credits)
• Adaptation to Environmental Change: Climate and Water (15 credits)

Students are also required to choose 15 credits from this list of options.

• Risk Analysis for Agriculture and the Environment (15 credits)
• Agricultural and Natural Resources Innovation for Development (15 credits)
• Responsible Business and Natural Resources Management (15 credits)
• Introduction to GIS for Natural Resource Management (15 credits)

Students are also required to choose 15 credits from this list of options.

• Conservation Ecology (15 credits)
• Climate Change, Food Security and Sustainable Development (15 credits)
• Soils and Environments (15 credits)

Students are also required to choose 15 credits from this list of options.

• Elective Choice PG 15cr (15 credits)
• Postgraduate Negotiated Learning Module (15 credits)

Year 2

Students are required to study the following compulsory modules.

• Independent Research Project (NRI) (continued)
• Industrial Practice (60 credits)
• Employability Skills and Support for Industrial Practice

Entry requirements

UK citizens and permanent residents

Applicants should have:

• An honours degree (at least 2.2 or above).
• OR an equivalent professional qualification in an appropriate subject.

Applicants from other backgrounds may be considered. Please email the Programme Leader at [insert email].

For more information, use our contact form or call us on [insert phone number].

You can also read our admissions policy.

International entry requirements

The University of Greenwich accepts a broad range of international qualifications for admission to our courses.

For detailed information on the academic and English language requirements, please find your country in our directory.

Alternatively, please contact us at [insert email].

Fees and funding

Cohort | Full time | Part time | Distance learning
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Home | £16,550 | N/A | N/A
International | £21,000 | N/A | N/A

Accommodation costs

Whether you choose to live in halls of residence or rent privately, we can help you find what you're looking for. University accommodation is available from £126.35 per person per week (bills included), depending on your location and preferences. If you require more space or facilities, these options are available at a slightly higher cost.

Scholarships and bursaries

We offer a wide range of financial help including scholarships and bursaries.

The Greenwich Bursary

This bursary is worth £700 for new undergraduate students with a low household income, entering Year 0 or 1 who meet the eligibility criteria.

EU Bursary

Following the UK's departure from the European Union, we are supporting new EU students by offering a substantial fee-reduction for studying.

Careers and placements

Will I have a work placement?

The industrial placement is an opportunity to put into practice the knowledge and experience you gain during your first year on the programme. You will engage with current industrial systems, processes, and practices, which contribute to your professional development as a scientist.

How long is my placement?

An industrial practice placement should typically last 11 months, with a maximum of 48 weeks, and a minimum of 35 weeks (only if required by the student placement search process).

Mentors

A workplace mentor supports you during your placement, helping you to set objectives and goals, and ensuring you receive appropriate training.

You will also be allocated an academic mentor who monitors your written work. The academic mentor will engage with you to ensure your placement is running smoothly.

What sort of careers do graduates pursue?

This interdisciplinary course prepares graduates for a range of careers, from non-governmental and developmental organisations to civil service roles in key areas such as environmental management, forestry, agriculture, etc.

Graduates who take a practical laboratory project can take specific skills into industry an industrial setting. The independent research project also gives you insight into research degrees (MPhil/PhD) and future careers in academia.

Do you provide employability services?

We have a team dedicated to enhancing student employment outcomes. This includes an Employer Partnerships Manager, who works with companies to provide placement and employment opportunities.

Our team will also help you understand the jobs market, produce effective CVs, and prepare for a graduate job and placement applications in your final year.

Support and advice

Academic skills and study support

The course leader has the overall responsibility for your course and will be your first point of contact.

We also allocate you a personal tutor, who you meet soon after you join the department. Their role is to support your personal and academic development and act as your point of contact for queries or problems.

Support from the department

We help new students over the first few weeks with our faculty and department induction. This covers the first week of term 1 (September) and term 2 (January). We'll also help you discover the academic and social landscape at Medway Campus.