University of East Anglia

MSc Sustainability and Society (Part Time)

University of East AngliaNorwich Research Park, Norwich

Course overview

Achieving sustainability is a social challenge. It’s about human decision-making, behaviours, values, and consumption patterns. Too often though, society is left out of the conversation on sustainability.

This part-time MSc in Sustainability and Society will help you put that right, equipping you with the knowledge and skills the world needs to develop sustainability solutions that work for everyone. On this part-time MSc Sustainability and Society degree, you’ll become a part of the vibrant research community in the Science, Society and Sustainability research group, based in the School of Environmental Sciences. You’ll interact closely with internationally renowned experts working at the forefront of global efforts to improve social engagement with sustainability.

Our action-oriented approach to teaching will give you the opportunity to apply cutting-edge ideas in real-world situations, working alongside partners from across the business, policy and NGO sectors. The interdisciplinary breadth of the School of Environmental Sciences allows you to tailor your learning to your own interests and career goals. You’ll have the chance to apply the core theoretical and practical skills you’ll learn to diverse subject areas such as energy, climate change, AI and emerging technologies, biodiversity and conservation, water, food, and more.

Key highlights

  • Join the Science, Society and Sustainability research group
  • Learn from internationally renowned experts in social engagement with sustainability
  • Action-oriented teaching applying ideas in real-world situations
  • Work alongside business, policy and NGO sector partners
  • Tailor learning across energy, climate change, AI, biodiversity, water, food

Entry requirements

  • Degree: 2:2 — Typical UK Entry Requirements: Degree classification Bachelors degree - 2.2 Degree Subject Any subject related to geography, social science or physical science. Strong applicants from other backgrounds with experience relevant to Sustainability and Society are also encouraged to apply.

Careers this course leads to

  • Sustainability consultant
  • Environmental policy officer
  • Corporate sustainability manager
  • NGO programme officer
  • Climate change officer
  • Sustainability researcher

Cost of study

UK/Home: £12,350 per year | International: £25,700 per year

Admission

Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of East Anglia, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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