MSc Earth Futures: Environments, Communities, Relationships

Postgraduate Entry Requirements:

• Applicants should have successfully completed a bachelor's degree or its equivalent from a recognized institution with a minimum overall score of 60% or equivalent.
• English language proficiency is required, and applicants must provide evidence of their English language skills through an approved language test.
  • IELTS: A minimum overall score of 6.5 with no individual component below 6.
  • TOEFL: A minimum overall score of 90, with at least 19 in Listening, 20 in Reading, 19 in Speaking, and 23 in Writing.
  • PTE Academic: A minimum overall score of 60 with no individual score below 59.
• Some postgraduate programs may have specific subject prerequisites or additional requirements.

Students must provide:

• academic marksheets & transcripts
• letters of recommendation
• a personal statement - SOP
• passport
• other supporting documents as required by the university.

Work experience: Some postgraduate courses may require relevant work experience in the field.

It is important to note that meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission, as the university considers factors such as availability of places and competition for the program. Additionally, some courses may have higher entry requirements or additional selection criteria, such as interviews or portfolio submissions.

The University of Glasgow offers a variety of scholarships to both domestic and international students to help support their studies. 

1. University of Glasgow International Excellence Scholarship: This scholarship is open to international students who have demonstrated academic excellence. It provides a tuition fee discount for postgraduate programs at the University of Glasgow.
2. Santander Scholarships: The University of Glasgow has a partnership with Santander Bank, which offers scholarships to support international students. These scholarships provide financial assistance to students from specific countries and cover a portion of the tuition fees.
3. GREAT Scholarships: The University of Glasgow participates in the GREAT Scholarships program, which is a joint initiative of the UK government and British universities. These scholarships are awarded to students from specific countries and cover a portion of the tuition fees.
4. Sir Fitzroy Maclean Postgraduate Scholarship: This scholarship is available to international students pursuing a postgraduate degree in either the School of Humanities or the School of Social and Political Sciences.
5. Chancellors Award: This scholarship is available to both domestic and international students studying any discipline at the University of Glasgow and offers a tuition fee discount of up to £10,000.
6. Glasgow International Leadership Scholarship: This scholarship is available to international students studying any postgraduate program and offers a tuition fee discount of up to £10,000.
7. Glasgow Refugee, Asylum and Migration Network Scholarship: This scholarship is available to students who have sought refuge in the UK and are studying any undergraduate or postgraduate program.

Completing an MSc in Earth Futures: Environments, Communities, Relationships from the University of Glasgow opens up diverse and promising career opportunities in various sectors.

1. Environmental Consultant: Graduates can work as environmental consultants, providing expertise to organizations in environmental impact assessments, sustainable business practices, or environmental management systems.

2. Sustainability Officer: Graduates can work as sustainability officers in corporations, government agencies, or non-profit organizations. They can develop and implement sustainability strategies, conduct environmental audits, and promote sustainable practices.

3. Environmental Policy Analyst: Graduates can work as policy analysts, contributing to environmental policy development in governmental bodies, research institutions, or non-governmental organizations. They can analyze policy implications, conduct research on environmental issues, and provide recommendations for policy-making.

4. Environmental Educator: Graduates can work in educational institutions or non-profit organizations as environmental educators, developing and delivering environmental education programs to raise awareness and promote sustainable behaviors.

5. Community Development Officer: Graduates can work as community development officers, engaging with local communities to implement sustainable initiatives, promote environmental justice, and facilitate community-led environmental projects.

6. Researcher: Graduates can pursue careers as environmental researchers in academic institutions, think tanks, or research organizations. They can conduct research on environmental issues, contribute to scientific publications, and advance knowledge in the field.