Overview

The Economics and Policy of Energy and Climate Change (Online) program at University of Strathclyde addresses the complex and increasingly more extreme challenges and uncertainties that industries, economies, governments and societies face.

By the end of the programme, you'll be well equipped to understand these, and have the knowledge to adapt to this changing context.

Key Features

You'll learn about the rapid changes within the global energy system and about the way in which this is impacted by climate change and by the efforts to mitigate its impacts.

These changes include escalating energy demand, constraints on supplies, impacts on energy mix, introduction of smart grids, fluctuating energy prices, regulatory pressures to reduce carbon emissions and to promote sustainability, increased integration of renewable energy sources, and changing demographics and patterns of energy use and supply.

The course covers areas of particular strengths of the Department of Economics, with a focus on energy and climate change. Through the Fraser of Allander Institute, the department also boasts research expertise in applying economic knowledge in the policy field.

Careers

Energy is the largest and most critical industry in the global economy today, and climate change is a significant driver of change in the energy sector. Employers are seeking out skilled graduates to work in the energy industry and in the fields of climate change, environment and sustainability.

As a graduate of the MSc Economics & Policy of Energy & Climate Change, you'll be well placed to manage the complex challenges facing the energy and the environmental sectors in the 21st century.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Climate Change Economics
Natural Resources, Sustainability and Governance
Energy Industries and Markets
Energy Finance and Forecasting
Summer Project

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-21 00:00:00

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More details

There are no formal closing date for postgraduate applications.

Language

English

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Glasgow, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Economics Climate Studies & Meteorology Environmental Economics & Policy View 15 other Masters in Environmental Economics & Policy in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Minimum second-class honours degree or overseas equivalent in any subject.
Applications are welcome from candidates with significant high-calibre industry or government experience.
Passport – required for Overseas applicants for your Certificate of Acceptance for Studies (CAS), which would allow you to apply for a student visa if you are made an offer of study
Sponsor letter/Scholarship funding information (if applicable)
CV/Personal Statement/Portfolio as required for the programme you are applying for

Tuition Fees

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12625 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

6475 GBP / year

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Additional Details

England, Wales & Northern Ireland: £6,475

Funding

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