Sustainability and Consultancy MSc

University of Leeds

Prepare yourself for a career in the increasingly relevant field of sustainability consultancy, through our industry-led Sustainability and Consultancy MSc. Sustainability is a hot topic. We are facing an increase in environmental degradation, social inequalities and economic disparities due to various issues, such as climate change, problems caused by waste production, and the loss of biodiversity, and many of these can be caused by our industrial and commercial activities. To meet the challenges of the future, we must address these issues. That’s why businesses and organisations worldwide are looking for sustainability experts to help support them in reducing and mitigating their negative impacts through changes in their business strategies, practices, and projects. This course aligns closely with sustainability challenges and the skills businesses and organisations need to tackle those challenges, with a strong emphasis on project skills. You'll be taught the principles of the field and have the opportunity to choose sustainability topics which align with your specific interests as you build up to a focused professional consultancy project in which you'll carry out discrete analysis with one of our industry partners. Specialist modules are delivered by academic staff, practising consultants and other practitioners, giving you exposure to real-life, international case studies with a good understanding of the contemporary project and sustainability management techniques and solutions you'll need to become a leader in the field. Why study at Leeds: This Masters degree is accredited by The Institute of Environmental Management and Assessment. Our School’s globally-renowned research – along with our excellent industry links – help inform the course’s curriculum, ensuring you’re learning the latest innovations in industry. Manage your own consultancy project, usually in the form of an engagement with a professional organisation and build industry experience that’ll play a key role in your personal and professional development. Develop your own links in industry, utilising our network of external partners including consultancy providers such as AECOM, ARUP, Buro Happold, JBA Consulting, Jacobs, ERM, Mott MacDonald and WSP and undertake personal development workshops. Experience expert practical and theoretical teaching, delivered by a programme team made up of industrial partners and academics from the Sustainability Research Institute – one of the largest academic groups of sustainability experts in the world. Enhance your career prospects and join our successful alumni who have pursued careers in related positions, working for reputable corporations such as AECOM, ARUP, WSP Global and Bulb Energy. AccreditationInstitute of Sustainability and Environmental Professionals (ISEP)Accreditation is the assurance that a university course meets the quality standards established by the profession for which it prepares its students. This course is accredited by The Institute of Environmental Management & Assessment (IEMA), the professional body for everyone working in environment and sustainability. This Masters degree guarantees your eligibility for free student membership of IEMA for the duration of the course and on successful completion, you qualify for GradIEMA. Graduate membership is a launchpad for future leaders within environment and sustainability and offers a range of benefits to support you throughout your career. You can then “Fast track” to Practitioner Membership. Join our online taster coursesFind out if this course is right for you by trying our five-part series of free online courses that will show you how environmental management policies are developed and help you understand the challenges surrounding their formulation. Find out more.