Climate Change Management
The University of EdinburghAbout this course
Join students from across the globe to tackle the challenges of climate change and create a net-zero-carbon economy and society.
With our MSc Climate Change Management, you will be able to develop the skills and knowledge to engage critically with climate change debates and challenges for an equitable transition toward a resilient, net zero-carbon future.
This interdisciplinary programme is fast-paced and dynamic. Your studies will draw widely on the latest climate change research, along with case studies from Scotland and worldwide.
Industry experts and programme alumni also contribute to the discussions and provide guest lectures.
Throughout this interactive degree, you are encouraged to dive in and join the conversation, participate in group activities, and offer your critical analysis of the topics. Together, we work to create a culture of positivity in how we think about and act towards the global climate crisis challenge.
Is the MSc for me?
If you want a career where you can be part of the solution to one of the world's greatest and most complex challenges, this programme is for you.
The MSc Climate Change Management is designed for a diverse range of graduates from the natural, environmental and social sciences, as well as from business, economics, management studies and other related degrees who are passionate about combatting climate change.
We are also looking for people who want to be entrepreneurs in the climate change field.
Please note that this MSc was previously titled MSc Carbon Management.
MSc Climate Change Finance and Investment
Please note that this programme is not a substitute for the MSc Climate Change Finance and Investment. If you are keen to focus your studies on climate change finance and investment, we encourage you to find out more details and apply to the Business School.
* View the MSc Climate Change Finance and Investment programme on our website.
Edinburgh Climate Change Institute
This degree is associated with the Edinburgh Climate Change Institute (ECCI).
The ECCI brings together consultancy, law, business, social science, technology, and policy experts to help develop a low-carbon society.
Through ECCI, you will have the opportunity to work and network alongside professionals and potential employers within this high-demand field.
* You can visit the Edinburgh Climate Change Institute website for more information.
Study Options
This course is available in 3 study options:
Duration: 2 Years
Qualification: MSc
Location: Edinburgh
Duration: 3 Years
Qualification: MSc
Location: Edinburgh
Duration: 1 Year
Qualification: MSc
Location: Edinburgh
Career Prospects
Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:
Course Details
- Qualification
- MSc
- Study Mode
- Full-time
- Duration
- 1 Year
- Start Date
- 2025
- Academic Year
- 2025
- Campus / Location
- Edinburgh
- Scheme
- Postgraduate
- Subjects
- Environmental and earth sciences