Master of Climate Change Science and Policy

Climate change is undoubtedly one of the biggest challenges our world faces.

Globally we already see some consequences: an increase in extreme weather events, the loss of habitable land, and growing concerns about food security, species loss and threats to biodiversity.

International agreements aim to keep global warming below a 2-degree threshold to prevent even more repercussions. But deciding how we reduce our emissions and adapt to changes that have already happened requires scientists and policy-makers with a broad understanding of both physical sciences and human systems.

In just one year, the 180-point Master of Climate Change Science and Policy degree will give you the necessary combination of policy and science knowledge to address the real-world problem of climate change. It’s a cross-disciplinary programme which combines taught courses with a research essay or placement with an external organisation.

Develop your understanding of the physical nature of global climate change. Consider the ethical, scientific and policy strengths and weaknesses of current and proposed strategies for dealing with it. Explore the political forces working for—and against—addressing this challenge.

Gain insight into the economics, politics, behavioural science and public engagement critical to developing strategies to mitigate and adapt to the effects of climate change at a local, national and global level.