Master of Science - Sustainability
Study the law and governance around strategic sustainability questions, and create action plans using computerised modelling and assessment techniques
Teaching
The University of Dundee use a range of teaching and learning methods, including:
- lectures
- student-led presentations
- individual study
- group work
- role-play exercises
- simulations
- internships
- talks by invited speakers
- independent study
Your core modules are taught by CEPMLP staff, but your optional modules can be taught by a wide range of recognised specialists from across the University, depending on the subjects you choose.
Assessment
Assessment methods include:
- individual essays
- practical assignments
- exams
- group exercises
- peer group assessment
- a dissertation on a topic of your own choice
Dissertations can be very diverse, and include formal hypothesis-led research projects, theory or literature-based projects, case-study assessment, and advanced professional practice evaluations. Your choice of dissertation is discussed between you and your academic supervisor.
Core Modules
These modules are an essential part of your course.
- Just Transition to a Net-Zero Economy (CP51044)
- Principles of Sustainability (CP52075)
- Research Training and Project Planning (GE51011)
Optional Modules
You need to choose one or more of these modules as part of your course.
- Dissertation (CP50003)
- International Law of Natural Resources and Energy (CP51007)
- Internship Report (CP51013)
- Energy and Climate Science, Policy and Litigation (CP51043)
- Sustainability and the Just Transition for the Mining Sector (CP51045)
- International Relations and Energy and Natural Resources (CP52008)
- The Political Economy of Climate Change and Environment (CP52061)
- Quantitative Methods in Social Research (GE51013)
- Qualitative Methods in Social Research (GE52010)
- Research in Practice (GE52030)
- Environmental Regulation (LW51115)
- International Investment Law (LW51146)
- Environmental Assessment (UP52002)
Careers
for Sustainability MSc
As societies move to become more sustainable and develop low-carbon economies, this course will place you in the fast-growing area of energy, environment, society and governance (EESG) sections of firms, governments and consultancies. The environmental sector is one of the key growth areas in the global economy.
It will give you the necessary skills and knowledge to take up a career in:
- policy
- practical management
- training and research
Entry requirements
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