Study an MSc in Environmental Sustainability at the University of Edinburgh. Our interdisciplinary postgraduate degree programme explores the principles and politics of environmental sustainability.
These entry requirements are for the 2026-27 academic year and requirements for future academic years may differ. Entry requirements for the 2027-28 academic year will be published on 1 Oct 2026.
A UK 2:1 honours degree, or its international equivalent, in a biological, environmental or physical science, geography, social science or other relevant subject. Due to the focus of this programme, business-related degrees are not suitable for entry.
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You will study 80 credits of compulsory taught courses.
The compulsory courses for this programme currently include:
Case Studies in Sustainable Development
Applied Research Skills in Environment and Society
Principles of Environmental Sustainability
Ecosystems and Global Change
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