Overview

The Environmental Sustainability MSc programme from Edinburgh Napier University is interdisciplinary in nature and provides students with a broad and integrated understanding of environmental sustainability. It encourages sharing and disseminating information, knowledge and technology that encourages sustainable development.

Whatever your academic background, studying this course will give you the qualifications you need for a career in the sustainability sector. This course takes an industry-focused approach, with particular application to buildings, property development, sustainable technologies as well as the waste and water sectors. Extremely relevant in today’s climate-aware world, this course is aimed at graduates from a wide range of disciplines.

Career opportunities:

As concerns about climate change, resource depletion, and environmental degradation continue to escalate, there is a growing demand for professionals with expertise in environmental sustainability. Studying MSc Environmental Sustainability degree from Edinburgh Napier University equips students with the knowledge and skills needed to address pressing environmental challenges and make a positive impact in various sectors. This includes:

Construction contractors
Consulting engineers
Quantity surveyors
Architects
Local and central government
Housing associations
Management consultants
Manufacturers
Service sector organisations

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Building Energy Performance

Health and Safety

Waste Management

Sustainable Building Design

Sustainable Energy Technologies

Sustainable Urban Property Development

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-08 00:00:00

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Language

English

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Sustainable Development Environmental Economics & Policy Environmental Sciences View 201 other Masters in Environmental Sciences in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

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General requirements

The entry requirement for this course is a Bachelor (Honours) Degree at a 2:2 or above in any degree subject. Evidence of Mathematical ability is also required. Candidates from all backgrounds seeking to gain an understanding of sustainable development are encouraged to apply.
We may also consider lesser qualifications if you have sufficient relevant work experience within the industry.
We welcome applications from students studying a wide range of international qualifications.

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
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Tuition Fee

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International

21430 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 21430 GBP per year during 12 months.
National

7650 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 7650 GBP per year during 12 months.

Scotland, England, Wales, Northern Ireland, and Republic of Ireland £7,650
Overseas and EU £21,430

Living costs for Edinburgh

725 - 1167 GBP /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Programme Structure

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Funding

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Scholarships Information

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