如果您想从事国际发展或环境领域的职业，此计划是理想的
The need for sustainable development is a global concern. This interdisciplinary, flexible Master's degree prepares you to address the challenges faced in safeguarding natural resources, livelihoods and the alleviation of development problems.<br><br>This programme is ideal for those with a natural sciences background wishing to focus on environmental science with a perspective of social science, and for those who plan a career in international development or in an environmental field, in the private, public, or not-for-profit sectors.<br><br>You will be based within one of the largest groups of geographers, resource management specialists and environmental scientists in the UK whose specialities span the social and natural sciences. Modules will be taught by world-leading researchers.<br><br>You will complete six taught modules and a dissertation research project, with individual supervision from a research-active expert. On this MSc you will take one core module Perspectives in Environment and Development, and five optional modules, of which at least three should be natural-sciences focused. Those who prefer a social-science focused programme are advised to take the MA Political Ecology.<br><br>We offer great flexibility with over 30 optional modules to choose from, spanning the social and natural sciences, and with the opportunity to gain key practical skills that are valued by employers, such as environmental analysis of development projects, data analysis and programming, geo-informatics and auditing. This enables you to construct a degree that fits your interests and career ambitions and to put your learning in a wider cultural context.