MSc in Environment and Climate Change, University of Liverpool

Liverpool,

12 Months

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About this course

This course explores the urgent global impacts of climate change and aims to develop your understanding of environmental processes contributing to contemporary issues. You will learn techniques for reconstructing recent environmental changes, monitoring current conditions, and predicting future consequences. The program combines lectures, independent group study, coursework fieldwork, and laboratory work to enhance your analytical research skills for conducting high-quality research in environment and climate change. State-of-the-art facilities and expert staff from the School of Environmental Sciences support your learning experience. This course is tailored for graduates with a background in environmental studies or relevant experience who want to influence sustainability policies and advance their research skills.

Why this course is highly recommended

This program is ideal for graduates seeking to develop advanced research and policy influence in climate change and environmental science. The structured combination of fieldwork, laboratory techniques, and research projects prepares students for diverse career paths such as consultancy, policy, environmental management, and further academic research. The involvement in practical skills and access to top-tier facilities make it a compelling choice for anyone aiming to make a meaningful impact in addressing climate challenges.

Specialisation

The course covers key areas such as palaeoenvironmental reconstruction, climate modeling, Earth's atmospheric and oceanic systems, impacts of long-term human activities, and advanced laboratory techniques. You will gain expertise in micropalaeontology, environmental modeling, sedimentology, and microfossil analysis, all within a framework that emphasizes independent thinking, critical insights, leadership, and policy understanding.

Course fees

Application fees

1st year tuition fees

29.87L

Living cost

Degree requirements

Applicants should hold a 2:2 honours degree from a UK university or an equivalent qualification in a relevant subject. Those with extensive professional experience or other qualifications may also be considered.

English language test

DUOLINGO

120

IELTS

6.5

TOEFL

PTE

Career prospects

Graduates have gone on to roles in environmental consultancy, hydrology, waste recycling, national parks management, geotechnical engineering, environmental advising, policy, water science, waste management, risk assessment, marine resource management, and weather forecasting. The program also supports progression to PhD, teaching, and post-doctoral opportunities.

FAQs

What English language tests are accepted?

The course accepts IELTS, TOEFL iBT, Duolingo English Test, Pearson PTE Academic, LanguageCert Academic, PSI Skills for English, and certain country-specific qualifications like India Standard XII, WAEC, and others.

Is a Pre-sessional English course required?

Yes, if you do not meet the minimum English proficiency standards, you may need to complete a Pre-sessional English course, with the course length depending on your current score and current level.