Program Overview

MSc by Research Environmental Science

Overview

The MSc by Research Environmental Science is a 12-month full-time program that focuses on innovative scientific approaches to study the environment, understand natural processes, and understand how human activities are changing the world and environment we live in.

Entry Requirements

• The standard academic entry requirement for this MSc by Research is a lower second-class (2:2) honours degree in a discipline directly relevant to the MSc by Research (or international equivalent).

Application and Selection

• Apply online
• Include:
  • The name of this programme
  • Your research project title (i.e. the advertised project name or proposed project name)
  • Your supervisor's name
  • If you already have funding or you wish to be considered for any of the available funding
  • Details of your previous study
  • Names and contact details of your two referees

Programme Details

• Duration: 12 Months [Full-Time]
• Degree awarded: Master of Science (Research)
• Programme options:
  • Full-time: Y
  • Part-time: N
  • Full-time distance learning: N
  • Part-time distance learning: N

Programme Description

We use innovative scientific approaches, at a macro scale down to a molecular scale, to study the environment, to understand natural processes, and to understand how human activities are changing the world and environment we live in. We study how human activity changes the climate, and how in turn the climate and weather affects human society and life on our planet. We can also use environmental science research to examine air and water quality, and examine the causes, consequences, management and mitigation of pollution events.

Fees

• For entry in the academic year beginning September 2025, the tuition fees are as follows:
  • MSc by Research (full-time)
    • UK students (per annum): Band A - £5,006.00; Band B - £7,400; Band C - £10,500; Band D - £15,200; Band E - £25,700
    • International, including EU, students (per annum): Band A - £29,400; Band B - £31,500; Band C - £37,300; Band D - £45,200; Band E - £59,900

Scholarships/Sponsorships

• There are a range of scholarships, studentships and awards at university, faculty and department level to support both UK and overseas postgraduate researchers.
• To be considered for many of our scholarships, you’ll need to be nominated by your proposed supervisor.

UN Sustainable Development Goals

• The 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are the world's call to action on the most pressing challenges facing humanity.
• At The University of Manchester, we address the SDGs through our research and particularly in partnership with our students.
• This programme aligns to the UN Sustainable Development Goals, including learning which relates to:
  • Goal 7: Affordable and clean energy
  • Goal 13: Climate action
  • Goal 14: Life below water
  • Goal 15: Life on land

Careers

• Led by our innovative research, our teaching ensures that all our graduates are empowered, inspired and equipped to address the key socio-political and environmental challenges facing the world.