University of Roehampton London
MSc in Sustainable Economics

London, United Kingdom

DEGREE TYPE

MSc

DURATION

1 up to

2 years

LANGUAGES

English

PACE

Full time, Part time

APPLICATION DEADLINE

EARLIEST START DATE

STUDY FORMAT

On-Campus

* UK Students and other students not requiring a Tier 4 visa. If you are an international student, you should apply as soon as possible

Key Summary

About : The MSc in Sustainable Economics focuses on integrating economic theories with sustainable practices. It offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to address environmental challenges through an economic lens. The program emphasizes real-world applications and critical thinking, preparing students to contribute meaningfully to sustainable development.

Career Outcomes : Graduates can pursue various career paths, including roles as sustainability consultants, economic analysts, and policy advisors. Opportunities exist in public and private sectors, NGOs, and international organizations, with a focus on promoting sustainable practices and policies.

On the MSc Sustainable Economics, you will gain a thorough understanding and knowledge of how we can reorganise our economy so that it fits within the boundaries of the planet and how businesses can play their part in the sustainability transition.

You will apply economic concepts as well as environmental tools to analyse, appraise and evaluate a range of environmental issues and policies.

You will also gain the essential employability skills necessary for the sustainability transition, whilst a flexible programme structure will benefit those already at work to develop and extend their career skills and opportunities.

The programme content tackles a wide range of pressing issues that are important to both industry and policymakers. Topics covered include climate change, biodiversity loss, sustainable economic development, the circular economy, sustainable supply chains and sustainable finance.

Compulsory modules emphasise applying sustainability knowledge and skills to the workplace and other real-world situations, whilst optional modules provide specialist knowledge linking directly into employment routes.

The consultancy-based project and dissertation (MSc only) involve working with a sustainability-focused organisation or project to deliver research that generates a real-world impact.