Climate Change MSc

at University College London

Modules
 

Full time structure:

Term 1:

You will take four compulsory modules, the modules contain a variety of teaching methods including lectures, seminars, computer practicals and interactive group exercises.
 

Term 2:

You will take four optional modules from the available list of modules, the modules contain a variety of teaching methods including lectures, seminars, laboratory work and computer practicals.
 

Term 3:

The dissertation planning commences in Term 1 with the research and writing conducted in term three and the summer with submission at the end of August.
 

Compulsory modules

•  Mitigation and Adaptation to Environmental Change
•  Research Project and Dissertation
•  Models in Environmental Science
•  Climate Dynamics
•  Past Climates
   

A minimum of an upper second-class Bachelor's degree in a relevant subject (such as environmental science, geography, oceanography, biology, chemistry, physics or engineering) from a UK university, or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard. Applicants with relevant professional experience in climate science or environmental management will also be considered.

Overseas tuition fees

£26,600
 

Climate change is a big issue with many governmental, non-governmental and commercial consequences. This programme will give graduates an edge when applying for jobs in the private sector relating to adaptation and mitigation - such as the insurance industry and carbon monitoring companies respectively. It also provides a great stepping-stone to a PhD.