Overview

The world is facing multiple, interconnected global crises, from climate change and biodiversity loss to global health emergencies and widening inequality.

These challenges are determined by the way that we have used the earth’s resources, and prioritised development and growth. Addressing them requires new ways of thinking that connect human health with the health of our planet.

Planetary health is an emerging field of study which does just that. It examines these factors and their consequences, and looks at ways in which redesigning, connecting and leveraging the interdependent health, environment and economic systems could offer new global solutions.

The challenge is how we can do this in a socially, economically and environmentally empathetic manner.

Career opportunities

As a graduate of the Planetary Health course The University of Edinburgh , you will be equipped to tackle the complex links between environmental change and human health. Career paths may include:

public health and policy

environmental and climate policy

research and academia

NGOs and international development

corporate sustainability and consulting

science communication and advocacy

You will also have developed skills including:

an interdisciplinary understanding of health and environmental systems

data analysis, modelling, and systems thinking

policy evaluation and programme development

communication and stakeholder engagement

The core elements of the programme address the data skills we know are important for the future of work, confident and critical citizenship, and a thriving, just society.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

how the climate crisis is connected to health

the inter-relationship of place, people and nature in urban regeneration

critical perspectives on how new technologies are changing society

data, programming and research skills that build on your core expertise

how new and rapidly changing technologies and data sources are transforming the future of democracy

what the future of education might look like

how narratives drive the way we understand the world

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-14 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-30 00:00:00

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It is strongly recommended you apply as early as possible. Applications may close earlier than the published deadlines if there is exceptionally high demand.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

100

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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100

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General requirements

A UK 2:1 honours degree, or its international equivalent, in any discipline.
We will also consider your application if you have other professional qualifications or experience; please contact us to check before you apply. In particular, we welcome applications from professionals with experience (e.g. working in companies, government, or third sector organisations) designing or implementing projects, programmes, or policies that aim to diminish inequalities.

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Tuition Fees

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32000 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

18900 GBP / year

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Living costs

Edinburgh

United Kingdom

725 - 1167 GBP / month

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

Funding

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