Overview

As the need for resilient, liveable cities becomes ever more urgent, this Green Infrastructure programme offered by The University of Manchester equips you with the knowledge and practical skills to lead the design, implementation, and management of green infrastructure in real-world settings.

You’ll explore why green infrastructure is essential, not just for climate adaptation and biodiversity, but for improving public health, community wellbeing, and economic resilience.

Taught by nationally and internationally recognised experts, you’ll gain a unique blend of conceptual insight and hands-on experience. Your learning will be shaped by cutting-edge research from The University of Manchester’s world-leading research in urban greening, sustainable drainage, nature-based solutions, and policymaking.

Career opportunities

A degree in Green Infrastructure opens the door to a dynamic and diverse range of careers at the intersection of people, nature and place.

As cities and communities across the world look to create healthier, more sustainable environments, professionals who understand the complex connections between green spaces, infrastructure and urban life are in growing demand.

This course prepares you to work across a range of interconnected sectors, including urban planning, hydrology, urban forestry, infrastructure development, ecological and environmental management, and local and national government.

You’ll also be equipped to work in roles that focus on community engagement and co-design - key areas in the successful delivery of green infrastructure projects.

The course draws upon working relationships with local/regional bodies working on Green Infrastructure, and those who have relationships with The University of Manchester. This will include potential engagement with:

• City of Trees - Manchester;

• Mersey Forest;

• Manchester City Council;

• Greater Manchester Combined Authority;

• Environment Agency;

• Natural England, TEP;

• Arup;

• NHS England;

• Forestry Commission.