Environmental Policy, Technology and Health (Environment and Development) London School of Economics and Political Science

Overview

The Environmental Policy, Technology and Health (Environment and Development) at the London School of Economics and Political Science is a prestigious double degree delivered in partnership with Peking University. This interdisciplinary programme bridges the gap between environmental science, health, and social science policy. Students spend their first year in Beijing before completing their second year in London.

Why Environmental Policy, Technology and Health (Environment and Development) at the London School of Economics and Political Science?

The London School of Economics and Political Science is ranked second globally for Geography in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026. This programme offers a unique dual-institutional perspective, combining the scientific and technical strengths of Peking University with the world-leading social science expertise of the Department of Geography and Environment at LSE. Students benefit from a community that emphasises real-world applications and interdisciplinary research.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: GBP 34700 per year
• National fee: GBP 22000 per year

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Syllabus

During the first year at Peking University, students engage with scientific and managerial foundations. The second year at the London School of Economics and Political Science focuses on the Environment and Development stream. Modules may include:

• Environmental Pollution
• Global Environmental Health
• Environmental Health Research
• Energy and Society
• China’s Environment and Development
• Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation
• Environmental Policy and Management
• Integrated Assessment of Climate Change Mitigation for Sustainable Development

Careers with Environmental Policy, Technology and Health (Environment and Development)

Graduates are equipped with the analytical tools and state-of-the-art research methods required for high-level roles in global sustainability. Alumni typically secure positions within the public sector, non-governmental organisations, and international bodies. The programme also prepares students for careers in consultancy, research, and national or multinational firms focused on environmental policy and energy.

Common employment sectors for graduates include:

• Government, Public Sector and Policy
• Financial and Professional Services
• Real Estate, Environment and Energy
• NGOs and Charities
• Scientific and Technical Activities