- Degree awarded
- Master of Science (MSc)
- Duration
- 1 year
- Entry requirements
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We require a UK Honours degree with a First or Upper Second (2.1) classification or the overseas equivalent.
Degrees in Planning, Geography, Earth Sciences and Environmental Sciences are desirable, but not essential.
- How to apply
- Apply online
- Sustainable Development Goals
Find out how this course aligns to the UN Sustainable Development Goals, including learning which relates to:
- Goal 1: No poverty
Course options
| Full-time | Part-time | Full-time distance learning | Part-time distance learning | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MSc | Y | Y | N | N |
Course overview
- We're one of the top ten Geography departments in the UK (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2021).
- Work across a range of interrelated disciplines, including planning, hydrology, urban forestry, community engagement, development and infrastructure provision, environmental/ecological management, and local/national government.
Open days
The University holds regular open days , where you will have the opportunity to tour the campus and find out more about our facilities and courses.
You will find out more about the School of Environment, Education and Development, our resources, and meet academic and admissions staff who will be able to answer any questions you have.
Fees
For entry in the academic year beginning September 2025, the tuition fees are as follows:
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MSc (full-time)
UK students (per annum): £14,500
International, including EU, students (per annum): £30,000 -
MSc (part-time)
UK students (per annum): £7,250
International, including EU, students (per annum): £15,000
Further information for EU students can be found on our dedicated EU page.
Policy on additional costs
All students should normally be able to complete their programme of study without incurring additional study costs over and above the tuition fee for that programme. Any unavoidable additional compulsory costs totalling more than 1% of the annual home undergraduate fee per annum, regardless of whether the programme in question is undergraduate or postgraduate taught, will be made clear to you at the point of application. Further information can be found in the University's Policy on additional costs incurred by students on undergraduate and postgraduate taught programmes (PDF document, 91KB).
Scholarships/sponsorships
We offer a number of postgraduate taught scholarships and merit awards to outstanding applicants and international students, such as the Manchester Humanities International Excellence Scholarship .
For more information,visit our Funding opportunities pageor explore the University's postgraduate funding database .
Manchester Alumni Loyalty Discount is available to the graduates of the University of Manchester progressing to a postgraduate taughtmaster'scourse.
UN Sustainable Development Goals
The 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are the world's call to action on the most pressing challenges facing humanity. At The University of Manchester, we address the SDGs through our research and particularly in partnership with our students.
Led by our innovative research, our teaching ensures that all our graduates are empowered, inspired and equipped to address the key socio-political and environmental challenges facing the world.
To illustrate how our teaching will empower you as a change maker, we've highlighted the key SDGs that our courses address.
Goal 1: No poverty
End poverty in all its forms everywhere
Contact details
- School/Faculty
- School of Environment, Education and Development
- Contact name
- School of Environment, Education and Development +44 (0) 161 275 2814
- Telephone
- +44 (0)161 275 2814
- geography.admissions@manchester.ac.uk
- Website
- https://www.seed.manchester.ac.uk/geography/
- School/Faculty
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See: The School .
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