Energy, Society and Sustainability (MSc)

at University of Edinburgh

This MSc programme comprises*:

• compulsory and option courses
• dissertation
   

Throughout your studies, we will work with you to prepare you for the dissertation project. This will be your opportunity to explore a topic of your choice in relation to the programme and prepare a dissertation that you can use to demonstrate your work to potential employers.
 

You will experience a range of learning styles while studying, depending on the subject matter and courses you are taking. You can view each relevant course for teaching and assessment methods through the ‘Programme Structure’ link under compulsory and option courses below.
 

Changes to teaching and learning We are committed to offering high-quality education to all our students. However, please be advised that there may be changes to course options and delivery, including due to Covid-19. Decisions are made to safeguard student, staff, and community health and safety and ensure we can maintain the highest standards for your educational experience.
 

Although we endeavour to provide a wide range of optional courses to choose from, these can be subject to change or cancellation at short notice. Places on optional courses can be limited due to course capacity and timetabling constraints. It may not be possible to guarantee every offer holder their top choice of optional courses.

A UK 2:1 honours degree, or its international equivalent.
 

We may also consider a UK 2:2 honours degree, or its international equivalent, with relevant work experience, a strong personal statement and supportive reference.
 

English language requirements

You must demonstrate a level of English language competency at a level that will enable you to succeed in your studies, regardless of your nationality or country of residence.
 

English language tests

We accept the following English language qualifications at the grades specified*:

• IELTS Academic: total 6.5 with at least 6.0 in each component.
• TOEFL-iBT (including Home Edition): total 92 with at least 20 in each component. We do not accept TOEFL MyBest Score to meet our English language requirements.
• C1 Advanced (CAE) / C2 Proficiency (CPE): total 176 with at least 169 in each component.
• Trinity ISE: ISE II with distinctions in all four components.
• PTE Academic: total 62 with at least 59 in each component.
• Your English language qualification must be no more than three and a half years old from the start date of the programme you are applying to study, unless you are using IELTS, TOEFL, Trinity ISE or PTE, in which case it must be no more than two years old.

The fees for Energy, Society and Sustainability (MSc) may vary from £14,000 to £25,000 annually for tuition fees. The fee's prices may get higher for International Students.

Demand has never been higher for sound evidence on behavioural change, public engagement with energy issues and public support for community and commercial investments in low-carbon energy generation.
 

The MSc will enable you to translate complex social and technical issues into effective arguments, policies and innovative business opportunities.
 

We are committed to helping you meet prospective employers and network with those active in the field. Our network is comprised of many organisations seeking graduates who possess the skills gained in our MSc programme. We have links with government departments, energy-relevant NGOs, and key industry players from community energy organisations to start-up renewable energy companies.
 

We also organise careers events and encourage dissertations conducted in partnership with external organisations.