MA (Hons) Global Sustainable Development
University of GlasgowUndergraduate MA (Hons) Full-time 4 Years PolicingSociologyCriminologyPoliticsEnvironmental and earth sciences
About this course
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.
Career Prospects
Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:
2119 Natural and social science professionals
2111 Chemical scientists
1123 Production managers and directors in mining and energy
2435 Professional/Chartered company secretaries
1172 Social services managers and directors
2461 Social workers
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Course Details
- Qualification
- Master of Arts (with Honours) - MA (Hons)
- Study Mode
- Full-time
- Duration
- 4 Years
- Start Date
- 2025
- Academic Year
- 2025
- Campus / Location
- Dumfries
- Scheme
- Undergraduate
- Subjects
- Policing, Sociology, Criminology, Politics, Environmental and earth sciences