University of Oxford

Overview

The MSc in Environmental Change and Management at the University of Oxford equips students with analytical and interdisciplinary skills essential for understanding the impacts of environmental change on societies and ecosystems. This program also emphasizes the development of practical responses to these challenges.

What you'll study

The course combines theoretical instruction with practical training, culminating in an independent dissertation. Students will engage in:

• Taught components: Courses covering environmental change processes, earth-systems perspectives, and the social, economic, legal, and ethical facets of environmental management.
• Analytical and applied skills: Training aimed at developing methods and practical competencies to analyze environmental issues and evaluate potential response strategies.
• Fieldwork and external visits: A vital part of the program that includes visits to coastal and marine environmental change sites, local woodlands, Lake District National Park, and the Centre for Alternative Technology, as well as a visit to the European Parliament.
• Dissertation: An independent research project supported by structured training and academic supervision.

Entry requirements

• Degree classification: Typically, an Upper Second Class degree or equivalent.
• English language proficiency:
  • IELTS: Minimum score of 7.5 overall.
  • TOEFL iBT: Minimum total score of 110.
• Other requirements:
  • Official transcript(s)
  • CV/résumé
  • Statement of purpose/personal statement (maximum 1,000 words)
  • Written work: either one essay (maximum 4,000 words) or two essays (maximum 2,000 words each)
  • References/letters of recommendation: three, preferably academic.

Career prospects

Graduates of this program will be well-prepared for various career paths in environmental management, policy-making, and research. With a strong foundation in both analytical skills and practical experience, students can pursue opportunities in governmental organizations, NGOs, and private sector companies focused on sustainability and environmental protection.