Why studyMSc Green Economy at BU?

  • Enjoy the flexibility ofa distance learning course, which allows you to undertake a work-based projectinstead of a research projectto support yourdissertation
  • You will develop yourknowledge of ecology, geography, social science, psychology and technologyin this multidimensionalcourse
  • Understand the challenges ofreducing carbon emissions, overexploitation of resources andwidespreadenvironmental degradation, which pose a danger to humanwellbeing
  • Acquirethe scientific understanding on which the transition to a green economy can be based, including the principles of environmental sustainability and the societal responses required to implement these inpractice
  • Profit from ourexpert academics and theirknowledgeofsustainability andtools that inform environmental practice and policy implementation.

“As the Conservation Director for a national charity, having a good understanding of ecological principles is no longer enough. It is also essential that you have an understanding of what makes your country tick. This coursecombines a good grounding in economic principles with the consideration of alternative ways of valuing growth and nature, and all fromyour own home!”
​Andy Lester, Conservation Director, A Rocha UK

Course accreditation

This course is accredited by IEMA. This means as a student on Green Economy you'll simultaneously receive free student membership at IEMA. Once you graduate you will also become a GradIEMA professional member.

Key information

Next start date:

September 2024, January 2025, September 2025

Location:

Distance learning

Duration:

1 year full-time, or 2 years part-time

Accreditations:

IEMA

Required subjects:

Geography, Ecology, Environmental Science, Economics, Politics, Psychology or Sociology

Entry requirements:

A Bachelors Honours degree, 2:2 or equivalent in a required subject area and/or relevant comprehensive professional experience. Applicants without a required subject will be considered.

International entry requirements:

If English is not your first language you'll need IELTS 6.5(Academic) with a minimum of 5.5 in each component.