Overview

The Climate Change Finance and Investment programme from The University of Edinburgh designed around an interdisciplinary foundation of carbon accounting, climate policy and financial economics it is designed to support a shift to a greener economy.

With an international focus, it looks at real-world challenges and opportunities related to climate change solutions across different sectors, financial markets, and levels of national economic development.

Career opportunities:

Graduates from the MSc Climate Change Finance and Investment programme have taken on diverse roles geared towards driving change across finance and policy in response to the global climate crisis.

The success of our MSc Climate Change Finance and Investment programme is seen in the career destinations of the graduates. Respected by global employers, the Masters in Climate Change Finance and Investment offers a holistic learning experience featuring expert academics and real world insights.

Highly respected by global employers, the Master's in Climate Change Finance and Investment degree provides a holistic learning experience with access to high-quality academics and courses that are underpinned by real world insights.

Job titles include:

Analyst
Associate (Climate Risk & Resilience)
Carbon Markets Lead
Community Engagement Specialist
Consultant
Energy Advisory Consultant

ESG Analyst
Offcycle Analyst
Programme Policy Officer (Nature Based Solutions)
Sustainable Finance Risk Consultant

Accreditation

Not only is the University of Edinburgh Business School part of a world renowned University, but it is also accredited by the three most influential business accreditation bodies:

the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB)
the EFMD Quality Improvement System (EQUIS)
the Association of MBAs (AMBA).

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Applied Energy Finance

Carbon Accounting

Climate Policy and Investment

Climate Risk and Investment Alignment

Carbon Pricing

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-06-09 00:00:00

More details

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

Finance Climate Studies & Meteorology Investment View 665 other Masters in Finance in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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100

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General requirements

You will need a UK first-class or 2:1 honours degree in one of the subjects below, or its international equivalent.

An undergraduate degree in business, economics, engineering or a social or physical science is normally required.
Candidates with a very good Honours degree in other areas of study or relevant work experience will be considered on an individual basis

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

33600 GBP / year

≈ 33600 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

26040 GBP / year

≈ 26040 GBP / year

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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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

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IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

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Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

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Living costs

Edinburgh

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