Environment, Culture and Society MSc
The University of Edinburgh
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MSc - Master of Science

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Our MSc Environment, Culture and Society provides up-to-date knowledge of the contemporary issues and debates on the relationships between the environment, nature, culture and society.Taught by world-leading experts, the programme draws on expertise from across the University, especially from:geographysocial and political studieslandscape architectureliteraturearchaeologyphilosophytheologyscience and technology studiesdevelopment studiesIt provides you with a unique, critical and creative ...Read more

Our MSc Environment, Culture and Society provides up-to-date knowledge of the contemporary issues and debates on the relationships between the environment, nature, culture and society.Taught by world-leading experts, the programme draws on expertise from across the University, especially from:geographysocial and political studieslandscape architectureliteraturearchaeologyphilosophytheologyscience and technology studiesdevelopment studiesIt provides you with a unique, critical and creative perspective on current environmental issues and possible futures.During this programme, you will learn to think critically across disciplinary divides, engage creatively and generate new knowledge related to the environment. In addition, you will be able to use this knowledge effectively to address urgent environmental challenges across a range of specialities such as:policyconservationeducationpublic consultationthe artsWelcoming students from a variety of backgrounds, this exciting MSc will explore the core perspectives, concepts, and practices from the arts, humanities and social sciences needed to imagine and enact sustainable environmental futures.

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Entry requirements

A UK 2:1 honours degree, or its international equivalent.

We may also consider a UK 2:2 honours degree, or its international equivalent, with relevant industry experience.

Tuition fees

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£16,910 per year

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£16,910 per year

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Students from Other UK

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£16,910 per year

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Students from Scotland

£37,800 per year

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Students from EU

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£37,800 per year

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The University of Edinburgh
Old College, South Bridge Edinburgh EH8 9YL United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Edinburgh Waverley  0.2 miles away
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