The MSc in Environmental Sustainability and Green Technology is designed to provide an interdisciplinary understanding of environmental challenges whilst giving you the opportunity to specialize in several sustainability themes related to geosciences, energy generation, ecology, green information technology, environmental policy, and politics, and project management.
As a student on the course, you’ll gain
- An understanding of knowledge in the areas of science, technology, policy, and green political theory relevant to environmental sustainability
- Experience in analytical and computational techniques to equip you with the skills to contribute to the solving of environmental challenges
- A conceptual understanding to critically evaluate current research and advance scholarship in environmental sustainability
- A comprehensive understanding of experimental design, planning, and scientific techniques within your research project
- Problem-solving and team-working skills are relevant to the implementation of sustainable technologies and policies.
Core Taught Modules
- ESC-40034 – An Introduction to Sustainable Technologies (15 credits)
- PIR-40106 Dimensions of Environmental Politics (15 credits)
- ESC-40030 Case Studies in Sustainability (15 credits)
- ESC-40048 Research and Business Skills, Project and Portfolio Management (15 credits)
- ESC-40029 Research Project (60 credits)
Indicative Optional Taught Modules
- ESC-40031 Clean and Green 1 – Power from Above the Earth
- ESC-40047 Green IT
- ESC-40015 Natural Hazards
- LAW-40043 International Environmental Law
- GEG-40006 Economic Development and Environmental Transformation
- ESC-40032 Clean and Green 2 – Power from Beneath the Earth
- ESC-40019 Water Resources
- ESC-40060 Climate Change Science
Employability
Our program places a strong focus on preparing you for your chosen career. We nurture a three-way process between you – the students – our teaching staff and employers. We’re fortunate to have great support at Keele to foster these links, with many opportunities for paid internships and placements. These prove a great way to gain some valuable paid experience, enhance your CV and build your professional networks, reputation and confidence. Past students from this course have secured researcher roles and a wide range of exciting employment opportunities in industry and the public sector.
