12 monthsProgramme duration
SepStarting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Sustainable Development
Degree
MSc
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
Blended
This applied Master's degree, co‑designed by ARU and the Eden Project, offers a unique blend of academic and experiential learning.
You can study full-time over 12 months, or part-time over 24 months providing the opportunity to study alongside your other responsibilities.
Delivered predominantly online, the programme includes five immersive residential weeks at ARU in Cambridge and the Eden Project in Cornwall. These in‑person experiences allow you to build strong connections with a close‑knit cohort, enriching your learning experience with diverse perspectives and real‑world insights.
You will learn from academics within our Global Sustainability Institute and engage directly with sustainability leaders from industry, civil society, government, and the third sector. You will apply your learning through your assignments and a professional placement, where you will also develop ‘Skills for Change’ – practical capabilities aligned with UNESCO’s Sustainability Competencies.
The programme’s flexibility allows you to dive deeply into a specific sustainability area or build a broad foundation across multiple themes.
With its focus on systems thinking, critical reflection, skills development and independent research this Master's equips you for a range of sustainability careers – whether you’re beginning your journey in the field, tackling sustainability challenges in your current role, or exploring a new professional direction.
You can study full-time over 12 months, or part-time over 24 months providing the opportunity to study alongside your other responsibilities.
Delivered predominantly online, the programme includes five immersive residential weeks at ARU in Cambridge and the Eden Project in Cornwall. These in‑person experiences allow you to build strong connections with a close‑knit cohort, enriching your learning experience with diverse perspectives and real‑world insights.
You will learn from academics within our Global Sustainability Institute and engage directly with sustainability leaders from industry, civil society, government, and the third sector. You will apply your learning through your assignments and a professional placement, where you will also develop ‘Skills for Change’ – practical capabilities aligned with UNESCO’s Sustainability Competencies.
The programme’s flexibility allows you to dive deeply into a specific sustainability area or build a broad foundation across multiple themes.
With its focus on systems thinking, critical reflection, skills development and independent research this Master's equips you for a range of sustainability careers – whether you’re beginning your journey in the field, tackling sustainability challenges in your current role, or exploring a new professional direction.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Sustainable Development
Degree
MSc
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
Blended
This applied Master's degree, co‑designed by ARU and the Eden Project, offers a unique blend of academic and experiential learning.
You can study full-time over 12 months, or part-time over 24 months providing the opportunity to study alongside your other responsibilities.
Delivered predominantly online, the programme includes five immersive residential weeks at ARU in Cambridge and the Eden Project in Cornwall. These in‑person experiences allow you to build strong connections with a close‑knit cohort, enriching your learning experience with diverse perspectives and real‑world insights.
You will learn from academics within our Global Sustainability Institute and engage directly with sustainability leaders from industry, civil society, government, and the third sector. You will apply your learning through your assignments and a professional placement, where you will also develop ‘Skills for Change’ – practical capabilities aligned with UNESCO’s Sustainability Competencies.
The programme’s flexibility allows you to dive deeply into a specific sustainability area or build a broad foundation across multiple themes.
With its focus on systems thinking, critical reflection, skills development and independent research this Master's equips you for a range of sustainability careers – whether you’re beginning your journey in the field, tackling sustainability challenges in your current role, or exploring a new professional direction.
You can study full-time over 12 months, or part-time over 24 months providing the opportunity to study alongside your other responsibilities.
Delivered predominantly online, the programme includes five immersive residential weeks at ARU in Cambridge and the Eden Project in Cornwall. These in‑person experiences allow you to build strong connections with a close‑knit cohort, enriching your learning experience with diverse perspectives and real‑world insights.
You will learn from academics within our Global Sustainability Institute and engage directly with sustainability leaders from industry, civil society, government, and the third sector. You will apply your learning through your assignments and a professional placement, where you will also develop ‘Skills for Change’ – practical capabilities aligned with UNESCO’s Sustainability Competencies.
The programme’s flexibility allows you to dive deeply into a specific sustainability area or build a broad foundation across multiple themes.
With its focus on systems thinking, critical reflection, skills development and independent research this Master's equips you for a range of sustainability careers – whether you’re beginning your journey in the field, tackling sustainability challenges in your current role, or exploring a new professional direction.
Admission Requirements
6.5+
3.2+
120+
88+
61+
176+
First degree at 2.1 or above. Prospective students with non-standard entry qualifications are advised to discuss their personal position with the course tutor before applying. The University may require submission of appropriate documentary evidence before any particular application is considered. The diversity of the student group is an important part of the learning process and is a reflection of the wide scope of the subject material.
If English is not your first language you will be expected to demonstrate a certificated level of proficiency of at least IELTS 6.5 ( Academic level) or equivalent English Language qualification, as recognised by Anglia Ruskin University.
If English is not your first language you will be expected to demonstrate a certificated level of proficiency of at least IELTS 6.5 ( Academic level) or equivalent English Language qualification, as recognised by Anglia Ruskin University.
1 Year
Sep
Tuition fees
Domestic
11,700 GBP
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