Sustainability MSc

Aston University, Birmingham

Sustainability lies at the heart of solving many of the world’s most pressing challenges. This course positions you to become a key contributor to tackling global issues such as resource depletion, environmental degradation, population growth, and ecosystem damage.This accredited course will empower you to create innovative, holistic solutions that meet human needs while protecting the planet’s natural systems. You will develop critical skills in systems thinking, communication, teamwork, leadership, research, project management, and innovation - all essential to driving sustainable change across sectors. This programme is designed with the primary focus of embedding sustainability and sustainable development deep within the mind-set of all disciplines and industrial sectors. The main subject areas tackled, and skills developed throughout the postgraduate programme are:Sustainable Development and Global PolicyUN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)Resource and Energy ManagementCircular and Regenerative EconomiesPathways to Net Zero and Climate ActionLife Cycle Thinking and Assessment (LCA)UK and Global Regulatory FrameworksEnvironmental Impact and Strategic Assessments (EIA & SEA)Project Management and Systems ThinkingYou will also have opportunities to participate in applied sustainability research with EBRI (Energy and Bioproducts Research Institute) and collaborate with the Aston Estates team, using the campus as a living laboratory to implement real sustainability projects.

School of Engineering and Innovation