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University of Reading: Climate Change and Development
| Institution | University of Reading |
|---|---|
| Department | School of Agriculture, Policy and Development |
| Web | https://www.reading.ac.uk |
| Study type | Taught |
MSc
Summary
Global environmental climate change has far-reaching economic and social implications. You'll examine the social-scientific drivers and consequences of climate change – and its associated policy debates – by integrating the natural and social science of climate change. This programme is excellent preparation for work in aid and development agencies, non-governmental organisations and government departments.
For more information, please visit the programme page: https://www.reading.ac.uk/ready-to-study/study/subject-area/international-development-and-applied-economics-pg/msc-climate-change-and-development.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | IELTS: 6.5 overall with no element less than 5.5 (or equivalent) Normally a good undergraduate honours degree (2:2 or above), or equivalent from a university outside the UK. Applicants who have relevant career experience are also encouraged to apply. Students may join immediately after their undergraduate degree, or after some years of employment to enhance career prospects by acquiring further skills. |
| Location | University of Reading Whiteknights House PO Box 217 Reading RG6 6UR |
Summary
Global environmental climate change has far-reaching economic and social implications. You'll examine the social-scientific drivers and consequences of climate change – and its associated policy debates – by integrating the natural and social science of climate change. This programme is excellent preparation for work in aid and development agencies, non-governmental organisations and government departments.
For more information, please visit the programme page: https://www.reading.ac.uk/ready-to-study/study/subject-area/international-development-and-applied-economics-pg/msc-climate-change-and-development.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | IELTS: 6.5 overall with no element less than 5.5 (or equivalent) Normally a good undergraduate honours degree (2:2 or above), or equivalent from a university outside the UK. Applicants who have relevant career experience are also encouraged to apply. Students may join immediately after their undergraduate degree, or after some years of employment to enhance career prospects by acquiring further skills. |
| Location | University of Reading Whiteknights House PO Box 217 Reading RG6 6UR |
Summary
Integrating the natural and social science of climate change, you’ll explore topics such as global environmental change, and addressing poverty and inequality through social policy. This programme will prepare you for work in aid and development agencies, non-governmental organisations and government departments.
For more information, please visit the programme page: https://www.reading.ac.uk/ready-to-study/study/subject-area/international-development-and-applied-economics-pg/msc-climate-change-and-development
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | IELTS: 6.5 overall with no element less than 5.5 (or equivalent). Entry requirements: Applicants are normally required to have a good undergraduate honours degree, ideally with upper second-class or above (or equivalent from an internationally recognised university outside the UK). Applicants who have relevant career experience are also encouraged to apply. Students may join immediately after their undergraduate degree, or after some years of employment to enhance career prospects by acquiring further skills. |
| Location | University of Reading Whiteknights House PO Box 217 Reading RG6 6UR |
Summary
Integrating the natural and social science of climate change, you’ll explore topics such as global environmental change, and addressing poverty and inequality through social policy. This programme will prepare you for work in aid and development agencies, non-governmental organisations and government departments.
For more information, please visit the programme page: https://www.reading.ac.uk/ready-to-study/study/subject-area/international-development-and-applied-economics-pg/msc-climate-change-and-development
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | IELTS: 6.5 overall with no element less than 5.5 (or equivalent). Entry requirements: Applicants are normally required to have a good undergraduate honours degree, ideally with upper second-class or above (or equivalent from an internationally recognised university outside the UK). Applicants who have relevant career experience are also encouraged to apply. Students may join immediately after their undergraduate degree, or after some years of employment to enhance career prospects by acquiring further skills. |
| Location | University of Reading Whiteknights House PO Box 217 Reading RG6 6UR |
Summary
Our MSc Climate Change and Development addresses the challenges of global environmental change and economic development
This course integrates natural and social science of climate change and applies cutting-edge, transdisciplinary "ecological economics" tools to the subject. As a result, you will undergo excellent preparation for work in aid and development agencies, NGOs and government departments.
In addition to the MSc Climate Change and Development course, we also offer the subject as a PG Diploma or PG Certificate, with the full-time option delivered over six months and the part-time option over two periods of six months.
On joining this course, you will become a member of the School's Graduate Institute of International Development, Agriculture and Economics (GIIDAE). As a GIIDAE student, you will have the option of undertaking a placement during the summer period, however this is not a requirement of the degree.
Class sizes vary by subject and module, but emphasis is always placed on good contact time with lecturers. Learning occurs across a variety of lectures, seminars, tutorials and field trips.
Excellent opportunities exist for research, networking and personal development within each programme, as well as access to first-class study resources and employability support.
The School also hosts the Walker Institute, which specialises in climate systems research, and has many active researchers working at the interface of climate change and international development. These researchers represent a variety of disciplines spanning natural and social sciences, including agriculture, development studies, ecology and economics.
For information on the scholarships, modules, bursaries and other sources of funding available to you, visit the GIIDAE website.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | IELTS: 6.5 overall with no element less than 5.5 (or equivalent) Entry requirements: Normally a good undergraduate honours degree (2:1 or above), or equivalent from a university outside the UK. |
| Location | University of Reading Whiteknights House PO Box 217 Reading RG6 6UR |
Summary
Our MSc Climate Change and Development addresses the challenges of global environmental change and economic development
This course integrates natural and social science of climate change and applies cutting-edge, transdisciplinary "ecological economics" tools to the subject. As a result, you will undergo excellent preparation for work in aid and development agencies, NGOs and government departments.
In addition to the MSc Climate Change and Development course, we also offer the subject as a PG Diploma or PG Certificate, with the full-time option delivered over six months and the part-time option over two periods of six months.
On joining this course, you will become a member of the School's Graduate Institute of International Development, Agriculture and Economics (GIIDAE). As a GIIDAE student, you will have the option of undertaking a placement during the summer period, however this is not a requirement of the degree.
Class sizes vary by subject and module, but emphasis is always placed on good contact time with lecturers. Learning occurs across a variety of lectures, seminars, tutorials and field trips.
Excellent opportunities exist for research, networking and personal development within each programme, as well as access to first-class study resources and employability support.
The School also hosts the Walker Institute, which specialises in climate systems research, and has many active researchers working at the interface of climate change and international development. These researchers represent a variety of disciplines spanning natural and social sciences, including agriculture, development studies, ecology and economics.
For information on the scholarships, modules, bursaries and other sources of funding available to you, visit the GIIDAE website.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | IELTS: 6.5 overall with no element less than 5.5 (or equivalent) Entry requirements: Normally a good undergraduate honours degree (2:1 or above), or equivalent from a university outside the UK. |
| Location | University of Reading Whiteknights House PO Box 217 Reading RG6 6UR |
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