The burgeoning field of Urban Ecology seeks to understand and address crucial 21st-century issues relating to both humans and nature in the built environment. This pioneering MSc in Ecologies of Cities postgraduate degree has been extensively informed and developed from industry collaboration between the university's academics and industrial partners involved in construction, urban planning, ecology, energy, architecture, and wellbeing.The course is relevant for architecture, construction and urban design professionals, and those with a background in environmental management and geography. It is also suitable if you are looking to advance your career in applied management of healthy, sustainable cities. The skillset you will develop will be highly relevant to future roles leading sustainability, governance and city resilience.<br><br>The Masters' award comprises eight 15 credit taught modules followed by a 60 credit dissertation module. The PgDip comprises eight 15 credit taught modules and the PgCert comprises four 15 credit taught modules. Due to the interdisciplinary nature of the course, module content includes elements from ecology, planning, economics, design, and the social sciences.<br><br>If you're looking to build a career in urban ecology and sustainability, this postgraduate degree will provide you with a set of skills that can be applied to several career paths. If you're already working in the built environment, you'll gain crucial understanding of urban ecology principles that you can apply this to your current role, or use your new skills to move into a more sustainability-focused role.