University of Gloucestershire

The MSc Sustainable Global Futures at the University of Gloucestershire explores how the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) connect to social, political, economic and environmental challenges. You build practical capability in strategic foresight, multi-stakeholder partnership working and policy analysis, including Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) approaches. Career-focused learning prepares you to support sustainability change in government, business and NGOs, with opportunities to develop your professional network through live online events and an end-of-course conference. Duration: Typically 1 year full-time or 2 years part-time (confirm with the university for your intake). Credits: MSc level (ECTS credits may vary by delivery mode; confirm with the programme team). Delivery format: Live online learning with structured study activities (confirm details for your start date). Language of instruction: English. Start dates: Check the university’s intake calendar for available start months. Tuition fees: Fees vary by student category and programme intake; check the latest fee information on the university website. Assessment: A mix of assignments and applied learning tasks aligned to sustainability practice. Professional development: Live online events, CV-enhancing sessions and an end-of-course conference. The MSc is built around SDG-focused themes and practical capability development. Indicative modules/courses include: - Understanding Sustainability & Sustainable Development - Strategic Foresight for Sustainable Development - Achieving Environmental Resilience - Driving Global Inclusion & Equitable Economics - Governance & Partnerships - Healthy Futures and Sustainable Communities Learning approach: - SDG-themed study to connect sustainability concepts to policy and practice - Applied work that develops skills in foresight, partnership working and policy analysis - Evidence and MEL-focused learning to support monitoring, evaluation and learning for sustainability initiatives Capstone/major assessment: - The programme includes an end-of-course academic assessment (confirm the exact format with the university for your intake).

Academic requirements

GPA Your GPA, or Grade Point Average, is a number that indicates how well or how high you scored in your courses on average. Usually a GPA scales between 1.0 and 4.0, however different countries and universities can have different grading systems.

Lower Second Class

English requirements

PTE Academic PTE Academic (Pearson Test of English) is a language test that enables students to demonstrate their writing, listening, speaking, and reading skills when applying to study in English. The score refers to a total score which ranges between 10 and 90.

70

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IELTS The International English Language Test System (IELTS) tests your English-language proficiency on a scale of 1 – 9. The score refers to the combined average score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading).

6.5

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General requirements

• At least a 2.2 honours degree (or equivalent) in any discipline.

• For EU and international applicants: IELTS 6.5 overall (with a minimum of 6.0 in writing and 5.5 in any other component) or an equivalent English qualification.

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Post-study work rights depend on the graduate’s nationality and the visa route used to study in the UK. If you complete a qualifying course at the University of Gloucestershire, you may be eligible to apply for a UK Graduate visa (subject to meeting the scheme requirements at the time of application).

• Typical duration: The Graduate visa generally allows you to stay in the UK for 2 years after completing a Master’s degree (and 3 years for eligible PhD-level qualifications).

• Eligibility basics: You must have completed an eligible UK qualification, hold a valid Student visa at the point of application, and meet the required immigration conditions (including attendance and compliance where applicable).

• Work permission: You can work in any role and at any skill level, and you do not need a sponsor for the Graduate visa.

• Important notes: Rules can change. You should check the latest UK Government guidance and confirm eligibility with the university’s international student team before applying.