Overview

You will participate in research-led, applied teaching on sustainability science, policy and business practice, empowering you to be sustainability leaders making informed decisions and taking responsible actions for people, planet and profit, now and in the future.

Whilst studying the Business and Sustainability programme from UCL you will take on these challenges, developing an applied scientific and technical understanding of the relationship between business and sustainability.

Combining the expertise of the Bartlett School of Environment, Energy and Resources and the UCL School of Management, you will learn key environmental, social and business concepts and frameworks alongside problem-solving techniques based on robust scientific facts, local and global public policy, and innovative technical know-how.

Employability

This qualification equips you with skills attractive to a variety of potential employers, including sustainability- specific and non-sustainability specific roles in business, consultancy, NGOs, and the public sector.

The hands-on approach to learning provides:

A developed knowledge and understanding of sustainability in business and wider society

An understanding of conflicts of interests and trade-offs, knowledge uncertainties, and contradictions in negotiating and setting sustainable development goals and targets

Systems thinking to recognise, understand and analyse relationships and complex systems and deal with uncertainty

The ability to develop and implement innovative actions and roadmaps that further sustainable development within different domains and spaces

The ability to apply problem-solving approaches and frameworks to develop viable, inclusive and equitable solutionsâ€¯

The ability to work effectively both individually and in a teamâ€¯

Critical thinking skills to question norms, practices and opinionsâ€¯

Awareness of different perspectives on sustainability and business in different regions, countries and cultures

The ability to communicate complex ideas to peers, key stakeholders, and society

The ability to reflect on your own actions and values in consideration of current and future environmental, social and economic impacts, from a local to global perspective.

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Programme Structure

Courses included:

Measuring, Reporting and Facilitating a Sustainable Future

Data-driven Insights into Sustainable Consumer Behaviour

International Dynamics and Global Governance of Business and Sustainability

Technology and Innovation for Business Sustainability

Business and Sustainability Capstone Project

Responsible Leadership and Sustainable Business Models

Sustainable Business in Practice

Climate Finance

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-28 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-06-26 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

London, United Kingdom
London, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Business Administration Sustainable Development View 279 other Masters in Sustainable Development in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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General requirements

A first or upper second-class UK Bachelor’s degree in any discipline (such as geography, business and management, environmental sciences, engineering, economics), or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard from a recognised higher education institution.

These requirements may be relaxed in consideration of UCL’s Access and Participation Plan.

For example, for mature students with professional work experience in business, government or third sector organisations who can demonstrate aptitude for teamwork and collaboration, creativity and critical thinking, and/or adaptability, among other skills.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

39200 GBP / year

≈ 39200 GBP / year
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Citizens or residents

21500 GBP / year

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Additional Details

Part-time per year:

UK: £10,750

International: £19,600

Living costs

London

United Kingdom

1137 - 2157 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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