Overview
This Sustainability and Adaptation program from Centre for Alternative Technology uses the concepts of sustainability and adaptation transformation to frame an analysis of environmental and climate change policy and its implications for society. With a wide range of modules, the course offers a holistic view of sustainability.
Why study at CAT?
Benefit from over 40 years’ sustainability experience
CAT is a world-leading eco centre and a pioneer in researching and teaching practical solutions for sustainability, with nearly 50 years’ experience in low-impact building, energy efficiency, renewable energy, sustainable food production, natural resource management and more.
Career
The postgraduate courses provide a flexible and hands-on teaching approach which allow students to develop the knowledge, skills and networks needed to work towards a sustainable future and create positive solutions to climate change.
To date over 2000 people have completed postgraduate awards at CAT. Students have gone on to make a real difference through a wide variety of careers and experiences, from architecture and energy management to environmental policy and land management.
Current CAT students and graduates also work across government, industry, charities and academia, with many running their own businesses or setting them up after they graduate.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Sustainability and Adaptation
- Sustainability and Adaptation Concepts in Practice
- Applied Research Design
- MSc Dissertation
- Politics and Economics of the Environment
- Energy Flows in Buildings
- Cities and Communities
- Energy Provision
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 18 months
- Part-time
- 36 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Sustainable Development Environmental Economics & Policy Environmental Sciences View 148 other Masters in Environmental Economics & Policy in United KingdomAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
We ask for a Bachelor’s degree or knowledge and skills equivalent to degree standard.
IELTS 6.5 (or equivalent) is required for applicants whose first language is not English.
Tuition Fee
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International
5813 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 8720 GBP for the full programme during 18 months. -
National
4873 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 7310 GBP for the full programme during 18 months.
Prior to the commencement of the course, a £50 non-refundable deposit must be paid alongside the completion of the pre-enrolment form.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.