Environmental Strategy University of Surrey

Overview

This Environmental Strategy MSc programme offered at the University of Surrey delves into the intersection of environmental concerns and strategic planning within various sectors, such as business, government, and non-profit organisations. Graduates of this course are equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary to address complex environmental issues and drive positive change within organisations and society at large.

Career opportunities

• The MSc is run by Surrey's Centre for Environment and Sustainability (CES), a pioneering hub for interdisciplinary environmental research and postgraduate teaching. Drawing upon the engineering, physical and social sciences, we’ll develop your technical and analytical skills to understand and resolve environmental problems. This MSc will provide you with both theoretical and practical knowledge for evaluating the technical, social, economic and organisational elements of environmental problems. You’ll be taught how to apply life-cycle assessment thinking and other analytical methods to understand how resources are used, and how to manage materials and waste. You’ll also learn about anticipating and responding to future policy developments and market pressures, enabling you to develop impressive problem-solving and decision-making skills. The skills you’ll gain on our course are much sought after by environmental and consultancy employers. They can also provide you with a direct route to the Institute of Environmental Management and Assessment graduate membership, and the Institution of Environmental Sciences student membership. Graduates of this masters programme go on to pursue a diverse range of careers, developing and implementing environmental strategy in corporations, governments and charities. Studying on this MSc could lead to roles such as:
• Energy efficiency officer for a local government

• Environmental officer in a multinational chemical company

• Environment consultant for an engineering consultancy

• Sustainability adviser for a multinational company

• Programme officer with a sustainability charity.

Accreditation

Accredited by the Institution of Environmental Sciences (IES) for the purpose of eligibility to apply for associate membership.

Accredited by the Institute of Environmental Management and Assessment (IEMA) for the purpose of eligibility to apply for graduate membership