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25 Master's degrees offered by the university

Environmental Health
This Environmental Health programme from University of Birmingham equips you with the expertise to tackle global environmental challenges and promote public health sustainability.

AI and Sustainable Development
Learn how to use artificial intelligence to shape real-world decisions in sustainable development. The innovative MSc in AI and Sustainable Development from University of Birmingham equips you with the skills, knowledge and practical experience to drive ethical tech solutions and impactful change through interdisciplinary learning.

Earth Sciences Research (by research)
The Earth Sciences Research (by research) programme from University of Birmingham facilitates independent research. Its research groups focus on the following themes: palaeobiology, palaeoclimatology, plate tectonics and volcanic processes.

Sustainable Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Put your ideas into action and shape the future of socially and environmentally responsible business by studying the Sustainable Innovation and Entrepreneurship degree offered by University of Birmingham.

Earth Sciences
The Earth Sciences course at University of Birmingham allows you to undertake research across a wide range of the earth sciences. The research groups focus on the following themes: hydrogeology; palaeobiology and palaeoenvironments; palaeoclimatology and subsurface structure and properties.

Environment, Development and Politics
Explore the Environment, Development and Politics programme from University of Birmingham, where they integrate power dynamics into environmental decision-making. Gain practical insights and skills highly valued by employers, alongside international fieldwork opportunities, flexible modules, and robust academic support within the diverse and vibrant community.

Hydrogeology
Study on the UK's first and longest running MSc in Hydrogeology. Benefit from over 50 years of internationally recognised experience and expertise. Combining renowned history with a modern curriculum, the Hydrogeology programme from University of Birmingham will build your skills to address pressing global water challenges.

Sustainable Innovation and Entrepreneurship (Dubai)
This Sustainable Innovation and Entrepreneurship (Dubai) course from the University of Birmingham will develop your sustainable innovation and entrepreneurial career aspirations and address a range of issues and challenges, such as the drive towards net zero, carbon reduction and equality, diversity & inclusion.

Geography and Environmental Sciences
Our Geography and Environmental Sciences MSc from University of Birmingham , which includes projects in global biogeochemistry, natural hazards, meteorology and climate, biodiversity and ecology, and water sciences, offers postgraduate research opportunities across the full range of the School’s research areas

Public and Environmental Health Sciences
Unlock your potential in public and environmental health. The Public and Environmental Health Sciences programme from University of Birmingham equips you with vital skills to address real-world challenges.

Health, Safety and Environment Management
The Health, Safety and Environment Management programme from University of Birmingham equips you with the skills to identify, assess, and manage risks, ensuring safe and sustainable practices across various industries.

Molecular Mechanistic Toxicology
The Molecular Mechanistic Toxicology programme from University of Birmingham provides a research-orientated extension of a molecular biology background into the subject of molecular mechanistic toxicology.

Energy and Environmental Law
The Energy and Environmental Law programme from University of Birmingham will equip you with the essential skills you need to tackle the world’s energy issues and the demands of climate change.

Nuclear Decommissioning and Waste Management
Prepare for a career in the nuclear industry through the Nuclear Decommissioning and Waste Management programme from University of Birmingham. Develop the scientific understanding and practical skills to address challenges in nuclear decommissioning, waste management and remediation.

Global Energy and Environmental Law
Energy makes the world move. Gain an advanced understanding of the legal solutions and challenges relating to global energy and environmental issues in the Global Energy and Environmental Law programme from University of Birmingham.

Environmental and Biological Nanoscience
The Environmental and Biological Nanoscience degree offered at the University of Birmingham is a collaborative endeavour between the Environmental Health Science group in the School of Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences and the School of Biosciences.

Air Pollution Management and Control
Gain a sought-after qualification in the UK and international environmental field by mastering the causes and effects of air pollution and climate change with the Air Pollution Management and Control programme from University of Birmingham.

Toxicology
As the only course of its kind in the country, the Toxicology programme from University of Birmingham offers integrated research-led teaching in a highly interactive environment. Study at the cutting edge of research and kickstart your career in this vital field.

Health, Safety and Environment Management
This Health, Safety and Environment Management programme from University of Birmingham equips you with essential skills to meet industry and regulatory demands for integrating occupational health, safety, and environmental issues, ensuring compliance and promoting sustainable practices.

Applied Meteorology and Climatology
Weather and climate are integral parts of the Earth's system. The Applied Meteorology and Climatology programme from University of Birmingham allows you to develop the knowledge of processes which are key to understanding the interaction with the natural environment.