School of Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences
MSc Sustainable Environmental Management
This IEMA accredited programme provides an outstanding foundation for a career in environmental management by providing diverse perspectives and practical training on the scientific, economic, ethical and political challenges of sustainability and environmental protection.
Classroom and field-based teaching and a short placement enables you to investigate your specific interests and to gain first-hand experience and skills in developing practical solutions to environmental management issues and 21st century global challenges.
Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2021*
The University of Plymouth has been ranked 23rd among institutions globally for its contribution to the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals*. In the School of Geography, Earth and Environmental Studies, sustainability is at the heart of our research and teaching. From sustainable cities, affordable and clean energy, to climate policy, biodiversity, and natural hazards, our academic staff work with partners locally and overseas to help understand, communicate and solve fundamental and pressing sustainability challenges.
Careers in sustainable environmental management
MSc Sustainable
Environmental Management is a springboard to a diverse range of careers in the
environment and sustainability sector.
Last year our graduates have
secured professional positions with organisations including Natural England,
Brittany Ferries, Environment Agency, Babcocks, RPS, and Adler and Allen/OHES Environmental. The work placement module regularly
leads to offers of permanent positions in our placement partner organisations
which include: The Environment Agency, local authorities, Natural
England, Aecom, RSPB, and many more.
Meet the lecturers
Register now and join our virtual drop-in session to speak with our postgraduate programme leaders. Find out more about course content, placements, industry links, and more.
Find out more about this event
Thursday 26 May 2022: 13:00-14:00 (GMT)