Program Overview

Program Overview

The University of Birmingham Dubai offers a BSc Sustainability program, which tackles global sustainability challenges head-on. This unique and innovative degree explores sustainability issues and mitigations from an inter-disciplinary perspective, based on world-leading research.

Course Structure

• The program is delivered over three years, with 120 credits of modules each year.
• The course combines lectures, tutorials, site visits, and fieldwork, with industry specialists and a final-year placement for real-world experience.
• Modules are regularly updated to reflect the latest research and teaching methods.

Course Highlights

• Gain hands-on practical experiences with live projects and placements.
• Learn from specialists and experts in the field.
• Real-world assessments.
• Award-winning state-of-the-art campus.

Module Information

• Year One:
  • Climate Justice and Theorising Sustainability
  • Global Environmental Issues
  • Research Methods and Field Work
  • Statistical Methods and Applied Geographical Information Systems (GIS) for sustainability experts
  • The Urban Century
  • Tutorial Programme and Study Skills
• Year Two and Year Three modules are also available, but the specific details are not provided.

Entry Requirements

• A Level: AAA - ABB
• IB: 6,6,6 - 6,5,5 From 3 HL Subjects
• Number of A levels required: 3
• English language requirements: IELTS/TOEFL/PTE or alternative qualifications.

Fees and Scholarships

• The University tuition fee covers the cost of tuition, examination, and graduation.
• Fees for September 2026: AED 134,922 per year (full-time).
• Scholarships are available for students with the potential to thrive at the University of Birmingham Dubai.

Career Opportunities

• BSc Sustainability offers clear pathways into diverse green careers.
• Potential paths include sustainability consultancy, roles within firms or government, research, finance, journalism, NGOs, and sectors needing sustainable processes.

Student Experience

• The University of Birmingham Dubai provides a range of support services, including personal tutors, wellbeing officers, and academic skills centers.
• Students have access to state-of-the-art facilities, accommodation options, and a vibrant campus life.
• The University is committed to providing the best possible support to all students, both before they start and throughout their time on campus.