Sustainability: Climate Change and Transitions to Net-Zero Economies MSc

Course overview

Examines climate policy and the transition to a sustainable, green economy, including emissions trading, renewable energy, circular economy and environmental industries.

Course details

Degree level

Master's

Subject

Sustainability / Climate Change / Environment

Duration

12 months

Intake

January 2027

Tuition fee

£23,700 / yearUniversity fee information (opens in a new tab)

Initial deposit

5000 GBP

City

Dundee

Country

Scotland

Campus

Dundee City Campus

Official course page

https://www.dundee.ac.uk/postgraduate/sustainability-climate-change-green-economy

Last checked

10 October 2026

About this information

Last checked against the university's official information on 10 October 2026. Fees, intakes and requirements can change, so always confirm them on the official course page before you apply.

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English Language Requirements

Main English Requirements

Alternative English Requirements

Only the tests listed here are shown as accepted for this course.

Entry requirements

For applicants from Pakistan

• UK 2:2 degree in law, geography, environmental science/studies, planning, engineering, or business studies; other cases may be considered case-by-case.

Course-specific academic background requirements apply. Confirm Pakistan degree equivalency directly with the university.

General entry requirements

UK undergraduate degree at lower second-class honours (2:2). Degree should be in law, geography, environmental science/studies, planning, engineering, or business studies. Applicants outside standard requirements may be considered case-by-case.

Scholarships & discounts

1. Undergraduate (UG) scholarships Vice-Chancellor’s South Asia Scholarship £6,500 + £4,000 £6,500 in the first year, then £4,000 in each subsequent eligible year, up to 5 years and a maximum of £22,500. Global Excellence Scholarship £7,500 per year For eligible applicants with AAB at A-Level or equivalent, subject to the university’s conditions. Main conditions: International fee status, an eligible full-time, on-campus undergraduate course, and exclusion of Medicine and Dentistry. The regional and Global Excellence scholarships cannot be combined; only one scholarship can be received. 2. Postgraduate (PGT) scholarships Vice-Chancellor’s South Asia Postgraduate Scholarship £6,500 + £4,000 £6,500 in the first year and £4,000 in subsequent eligible years, subject to the award terms. Global Excellence Scholarship £8,000 per year For eligible applicants holding a First-Class degree or equivalent, as assessed by the university. Main conditions: International fee status, an eligible postgraduate taught course, and compliance with the specific scholarship terms. The January 2027 awards have separate published deadlines.

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Course modules

• Core modules include An Interdisciplinary Introduction & Research Training in Energy and Sustainability Studies (CP50001, 10 credits), Energy Transition and Climate Change (CP51051, 20), Principles of Sustainability (CP52075, 20), Climate and Environmental Economics and Policy (CP53003, 20), and Climate Change: Processes and Impacts (GE52033, 20). Optional modules include CEPMLP Dissertation (CP50003), Downstream Energy Law and Policy (CP51002), Analytical Tools for Energy Economics (CP51003), Environmental Assessment (UP52002), and Sustainability in Contemporary Cities (UP52003).