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PostgraduateMSc

Global Sustainable Development

University of Greenwich
Chatham, England
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1 yearDuration
£18,700Per Year (Intl)
£25,000Avg. Graduate Salary
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

The MSc Global Sustainable Development at University of Greenwich is a postgraduate programme designed for postgraduate students passionate about expressing creativity and innovation. Based in Chatham, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time and part-time structure. How will we tackle ongoing global challenges? Join our MSc programme – Global Sustainable Development. Despite progress in many aspects of global development over recent decades, about 735 million people experienced hunger in 2022, an increase of 122 million since 2019. Degradation of our natural resources – land, water, forests, and biodiversity – continues at alarming rates. International tuition fees are £18,700 per year, home/UK fees are £11,800 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 86% student satisfaction rating, and 80% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Sustainable Development Theory and Practice
Climate Change and Global Environmental Governance
Economic Development and Inequality
Research Methods for Development Studies
Systems Thinking and Transformative Change
Development Project Design and Management
Impact Evaluation and Evidence-Based Practice
Postgraduate Dissertation in Global Sustainable Development
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate RequirementEntry requirements An undergraduate (honours) degree at 2.2, or above, in Development Studies, Geography, Environmental Studies, Agriculture, Economics, Social Science, Business Studies or a relevant subject.Applicants who do not have the above may be considered on a case-by-case basis provided they possess appropriate work experience. In such cases, applicants will need to submit a portfolio of evidence and participate in an interview. For more information, use our

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.55.55.55.55.5
PTE Academic63

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£18,700

per year

Total Course Cost (1 years)£18,700

Home Student Fee

£11,800

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data

💰 Graduate Salaries — University of Greenwich

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
15 months£22,000£25,000£30,000
3 years£15,500£21,000£26,000
5 years£21,500£26,500£33,500
Indicative Data

Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH25-01-03 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

💼 Employment Breakdown

77%Working
3%Studying
7%Work & Study
7%Seeking Work
60%Professional Jobs
Indicative Data

Graduate employment outcomes are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH25-01-03 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

5 Scholarships Available

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Greenwich Progression Bursary

University of Greenwich · Postgraduate

£3,000scholarship value
  • Available to all international students
  • For postgraduate study
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International Scholarship Award

University of Greenwich · Postgraduate

£3,000scholarship value
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Chevening Scholarships

University of Greenwich · Postgraduate

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David Fussey Choral Exhibition Bursary

University of Greenwich · Postgraduate

£1,000scholarship value
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Need-based

Commuter Bursary

University of Greenwich · Postgraduate

£1,000scholarship value
  • Available to all international students
  • Open to your course
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About University of Greenwich

University of Greenwich offers Global Sustainable Development as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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