Program Overview
The Polar and Alpine Change at University of Sheffield is a MSc programme in Humanities over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Polar and Alpine Change programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Location: Sheffield, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Polar and Alpine Change programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Research Design in Analysis of Environmental Systems
- Current Issues in Polar and Alpine Science
- Arctic/Alpine Field Course
- Polar and Alpine Change Research Project
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Have a minimum of a good Upper-Second undergraduate degree showing First-Class potential from a UK University or an international equivalent, in relevant subject areas including (but not restricted to) Physical Geography, Environmental / Earth / Ocean Sciences, Geology, Physics, and Natural Science
- Evidence of engagement with and/or aptitude in geoscientific research - Applicants are urged to justify their credentials in this regard / these regards in their Personal Statement AND upload a Research Document (e.g. undergraduate dissertation report) with their application
- International students are required to attain IELTS 7.0 overall with at least 6.5 in each component
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.
Application Deadline
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About University of Sheffield
University of Sheffield
Sheffield, United Kingdom
University of Sheffield is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 12 months