Overview

This Environmental Protection and Management programme from The University of Edinburgh also offers you the opportunity to explore these same issues from the perspective of other disciplines, creating a multi-faceted understanding of issues related to natural resource management.

We will equip you with key skills and knowledge about the processes that give rise to environmental degradation and, crucially, possible strategies to effect sustainable change.

Career opportunities

Graduates have a strong record of finding employment in the environmental sector around the world, with the data knowledge and skillsets they gain from our programmes being in demand with employers.

Common career paths include:

consultancy roles

working for NGOs

government departments/regulators

further studies

In this programme, you are exposed to industry speakers and visits, providing insight into possible future roles and career paths.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Land Use/Environmental Interactions

Professional and Research Skills in Practice

Interdisciplinary Approaches to the Environment

Environmental Survey and Monitoring

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-14 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-31 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

Environmental Management View 136 other Masters in Environmental Management in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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100

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Other requirements

General requirements

A UK 2:1 honours degree, or its international equivalent, in biological science, environmental science, physical science, geography, engineering, economics or other relevant subject.

We may also consider a UK 2:2 honours degree, or its international equivalent, with relevant industry experience.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

40800 GBP / year

≈ 40800 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

18900 GBP / year

≈ 18900 GBP / year

Additional Details

Part-time fees 2 years

Home: £9,450 per year
International/EU: £20,400 per 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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Scholarships Information

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