Sustainable Development The University of Exeter

Overview

Key Selling Points

• A community of experts working at the cutting-edge of new knowledge and its application

• 7 contributors to the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change

• Excellent research facilities including the Global Systems Institute and Environment and Sustainability Institute

• Close working relationships with internationally-renowned agencies such as the Met Office

Within this Sustainable Development MSc programme from The University of Exeter you'll:

• Enhance your career and employment prospects by studying both the theory of sustainable development and its implementation in a range of contexts.

• Examine international policies, including the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, and specific policy areas such as climate change, energy, human health, wellbeing and environmental governance.
• Study at the Penryn Campus in Cornwall: a living laboratory with diverse marine and terrestrial habitats, a wealth of natural resources, and creative and resilient communities.

Career opportunities:

The interdisciplinary and applied nature of the Sustainable Development programme at The University of Exeter equips you with a depth and breadth of knowledge, skills and experiences that make graduates highly employable across a diverse range of careers. The degree offers high-quality social science research training and applied expertise which could lead to careers that focus on:

• NGOs and third sector

MSc Sustainable Development graduates are well placed to take up roles in non-governmental and civil society organisations that are working towards environmental and social sustainability around the world. These roles include project development, research, monitoring and evaluation of interventions, community support, and advocacy for policy change.

• Consultancy

A range of consultancies specialising in areas such as environmental management, climate change and international development require graduates with interdisciplinary knowledge of sustainability challenges. These roles include practical applications of knowledge through environmental and social impact assessments, independent research and advisory roles.

• Business and sustainability

There is growing demand for innovation to meet sustainability challenges in the private sector. This area includes roles responsible for sustainable development policy, corporate social responsibility (CSR), and responsible business management in a wide range of economic sectors including energy consortia, the financial sector, and industry.

• Public sector

Careers in the public sector are highly varied and examine the role of sustainability in planning, resource management and social development. Opportunities include national government agencies such as Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) and the Department for International Development (DFID). At a local level, jobs aligned to this expertise include local authorities and planning departments.