Environmental Consultancy

University of Southampton
Postgraduate MSc Full-time 1 Year Environmental and earth sciences

About this course

"Explore Environmental Consultancy at a global top 100* university.

Social, technological and environmental change is forcing us to rethink how we live, consume resources, and manage issues like climate, globalisation, and demographic change. The world needs experts who can advise large organisations on environmental challenges and opportunities.

This master’s degree will give you in-depth knowledge of a variety of topics, including sustainability and environmental law. You’ll graduate with practical skills that will boost your job prospects in a growing field and will:

  • Gain in-depth knowledge of the functioning and management of the environment

  • Develop specialist knowledge in a chosen area of environmental science

  • Explore the interactions between environment and society

  • Complete a substantial research project

  • Learn to think critically about the environment in the modern world and conduct independent study on the subject

    We’ll teach you to evaluate challenges in the field using data analysis methods and analytical skills. On completion of the programme, you’ll be ready for a wide range of careers in environmental consultancy.

    *QS World University Rankings 2025

  • Study Options

    This course is available in 2 study options:

    Full-time Shown above

    Duration: 1 Year

    Qualification: MSc

    Location: Southampton

    Part-time

    Duration: 2 Years

    Qualification: MSc

    Location: Southampton

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    2114 Physical scientists
    2452 Chartered architectural technologists, planning officers and consultants
    2483 Environmental health professionals
    2152 Environment professionals
    1212 Managers and proprietors in forestry, fishing and related services
    3582 Health and safety managers and officers

    Course Details

    Qualification
    MSc
    Study Mode
    Full-time
    Duration
    1 Year
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Southampton
    Scheme
    Postgraduate
    Subjects
    Environmental and earth sciences