About the course

This exciting new 4-year degree programme explores the economic, environmental and social challenges and opportunities arising from the need to reduce global inequalities while limiting threats to the planet’s life support systems. Global Sustainable Development (MA) is perfect for those who are looking to play their part in protecting the planet. This degree supports you to establish a foundational understanding in theories and concepts of sustainable development and examine their application from local to global levels, in both urban and rural contexts. You will develop a knowledge of the inter-related nature of economic, environmental and social systems when addressing global sustainable development, drawing on disciplinary insights from anthropology, political economy, business studies, human geography philosophy, and environmental science.

　　You will be equipped with a range of professional and technical skills in sustainable development including impact assessment, Environmental Social and Governance (ESG) frameworks, concept notes, data analysis and Agile project management. The knowledge and understanding gained through lectures and seminars will be enhanced through case studies, field visits and independent project work. This degree will equip you with interdisciplinary knowledge, analytical tools, research skills and professional ethos to become subject specialists. You will be ready to address the challenges and opportunities of the sustainable development goals (SDGs) in career pathways as diverse as the development and humanitarian sectors, local and national government, and inter-governmental agencies such as the United Nations, the private sector, innovation and enterprise, risk management and consultancy, environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG), campaigning and advocacy, media and journalism, and research. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 4 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Semester 1 (September), 2024	Dumfries
Semester 1 (September), 2025	Dumfries

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Glasgow

SQA Higher Entry Requirements (by end of S6)

　　BBBB Higher

　　SQA Higher Adjusted Entry Requirements

　　No Adjusted Higher Requirements.

　　A-level Standard Entry Requirements

　　BBB ? CCC

　　IB Standard Entry Requirements

　　30 (6,5,5 HL) ? 28 (5,5,5 HL)

　　IELTS - 6.5 with no subtests under 6.0.

　　TOEFL (ibt, my best or athome) - 90 with minimum R 20, L 19, S 19, W 23.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 90.0

　　

Application deadline:

This date isn’t available – speak to an IDP counsellor to get detailed information.

　　

Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at University of Glasgow. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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