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University of Bristol: Sustainable Futures
| Institution | University of Bristol |
|---|---|
| Department | School of Law |
| Web | https://www.bristol.ac.uk |
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD
Summary
The interdisciplinary pathway in sustainable futures seeks to produce a new generation of researchers who can address the pressing social issues of sustainability in the face of a growing global population.
Sustainability research asks how human wellbeing can be maintained and enhanced in the long term, given rising populations, limited natural resources and a fragile environment. The field, with its clear applied focus and strong strategic future-directed policy implications, has social sciences at its heart.
It also requires a broad interdisciplinary approach and an understanding of economics, law, the politics and psychology of sustainability, and the geography and demographics of those affected. We therefore deliberately expose students to a broad range of material to help them appreciate and understand interconnected perspectives and to provide them with skills to work effectively across disciplines. We welcome students from a wide range of disciplinary backgrounds.
Students will normally be registered in the school of their first supervisor. This may not be the school that processes your application.
| law-pg-admissions@bristol.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | +44 (0) 117 903 5849 |
| Study type | Research |
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
| Entry requirements | A minimum of an upper second class honours degree from a social sciences or law discipline, and a master's qualification, normally achieving at least a merit (or equivalent) with appropriate research training. See international equivalent qualifications on the International Office website. |
| Location | Clifton Campus Tyndall Park Road to Park Row Bristol BS8 1TH |
Fees
| England | 4758 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 4758 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 4758 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 4758 GBP for Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | 4758 GBP for Year 1 |
| EU | 20700 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 20700 GBP for Year 1 |
Summary
The interdisciplinary pathway in sustainable futures seeks to produce a new generation of researchers who can address the pressing social issues of sustainability in the face of a growing global population.
Sustainability research asks how human wellbeing can be maintained and enhanced in the long term, given rising populations, limited natural resources and a fragile environment. The field, with its clear applied focus and strong strategic future-directed policy implications, has social sciences at its heart.
It also requires a broad interdisciplinary approach and an understanding of economics, law, the politics and psychology of sustainability, and the geography and demographics of those affected. We therefore deliberately expose students to a broad range of material to help them appreciate and understand interconnected perspectives and to provide them with skills to work effectively across disciplines. We welcome students from a wide range of disciplinary backgrounds.
Students will normally be registered in the school of their first supervisor. This may not be the school that processes your application.
| law-pg-admissions@bristol.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | +44 (0) 117 903 5849 |
| Study type | Research |
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
| Entry requirements | A minimum of an upper second class honours degree from a social sciences or law discipline, and a master's qualification, normally achieving at least a merit (or equivalent) with appropriate research training. See international equivalent qualifications on the International Office website. |
| Location | Clifton Campus Tyndall Park Road to Park Row Bristol BS8 1TH |
Fees
| England | 2379 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 2379 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 2379 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 2379 GBP for Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | 2379 GBP for Year 1 |
Master of Research - MRes
Summary
At a critical time in history, the MRes in Sustainable Futures presents an exciting opportunity to specialise in a field of research that tackles one of the most important questions facing society today - how human wellbeing can be maintained and enhanced into the future given rising populations, limited natural resources and a fragile environment.
This field, with its clear applied focus and strong strategic future-directed policy implications, has social sciences at its heart. You will develop rigorous research skills whilst cultivating a good understanding of the economics, law or politics of sustainability.
The MRes has an emphasis on practical research training, studying ESRC-accredited research methods that encourage you to think in broad theoretical and interdisciplinary terms about challenging environmental issues. You will learn how to plan, research and write a sophisticated dissertation.
As well as presenting a thorough introduction to academic research, the MRes offers excellent preparation for working for environmental ministries, agencies, consultancies or NGOs, or other organisations working for environmental change. Some students choose to enter the legal profession, carrying with them a broader understanding of how law operates in the context of sustainability and the environment.
The programme is one of five South West Doctoral Training Partnership interdisciplinary pathways delivered by world-leading researchers from the University of Bristol, University of Bath, University of the West of England and University of Exeter.
| law-pg-admissions@bristol.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | +44 (0) 117 954 5225 |
| Study type | Taught |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | An upper second-class honours degree or international equivalent in any Law or Social Sciences discipline (including Geography and Geology). Degrees from other disciplines will be considered if supported by evidence of significant, relevant work experience. For applicants who are currently completing a degree, we understand that their final grade may be higher than the interim grades or module/unit grades they achieve during their studies. We will consider applicants whose interim grades are currently slightly lower than the programme's entry requirements. We may make these applicants an aspirational offer. This offer would be at the standard level, so the applicant would need to achieve the standard entry requirements by the end of their degree. We will consider applicants whose grades are slightly lower than the programme's entry requirements, if they have at least one of the following: - evidence of significant, relevant work experience; If this is the case, applicants should include their CV (curriculum vitae / résumé) when they apply, showing details of their relevant work experience and/or qualifications. See international equivalent qualifications on the International Office website. |
| Location | Clifton Campus Tyndall Park Road to Park Row Bristol BS8 1TH |
Fees
| England | 4800 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 4800 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 4800 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 4800 GBP for Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | 4800 GBP for Year 1 |
| EU | 20700 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 20700 GBP for Year 1 |
Summary
At a critical time in history, the MRes in Sustainable Futures presents an exciting opportunity to specialise in a field of research that tackles one of the most important questions facing society today - how human wellbeing can be maintained and enhanced into the future given rising populations, limited natural resources and a fragile environment.
This field, with its clear applied focus and strong strategic future-directed policy implications, has social sciences at its heart. You will develop rigorous research skills whilst cultivating a good understanding of the economics, law or politics of sustainability.
The MRes has an emphasis on practical research training, studying ESRC-accredited research methods that encourage you to think in broad theoretical and interdisciplinary terms about challenging environmental issues. You will learn how to plan, research and write a sophisticated dissertation.
As well as presenting a thorough introduction to academic research, the MRes offers excellent preparation for working for environmental ministries, agencies, consultancies or NGOs, or other organisations working for environmental change. Some students choose to enter the legal profession, carrying with them a broader understanding of how law operates in the context of sustainability and the environment.
The programme is one of five South West Doctoral Training Partnership interdisciplinary pathways delivered by world-leading researchers from the University of Bristol, University of Bath, University of the West of England and University of Exeter.
| law-pg-admissions@bristol.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | +44 (0) 117 954 5225 |
| Study type | Taught |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | An upper second-class honours degree or international equivalent in any Law or Social Sciences discipline (including Geography and Geology). Degrees from other disciplines will be considered if supported by evidence of significant, relevant work experience. For applicants who are currently completing a degree, we understand that their final grade may be higher than the interim grades or module/unit grades they achieve during their studies. We will consider applicants whose interim grades are currently slightly lower than the programme's entry requirements. We may make these applicants an aspirational offer. This offer would be at the standard level, so the applicant would need to achieve the standard entry requirements by the end of their degree. We will consider applicants whose grades are slightly lower than the programme's entry requirements, if they have at least one of the following: - evidence of significant, relevant work experience; If this is the case, applicants should include their CV (curriculum vitae / résumé) when they apply, showing details of their relevant work experience and/or qualifications. See international equivalent qualifications on the International Office website. |
| Location | Clifton Campus Tyndall Park Road to Park Row Bristol BS8 1TH |
Fees
| Channel Islands | 2400 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| England | 2400 GBP for Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | 2400 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 2400 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 2400 GBP for Year 1 |
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