Mlitt Environment, Culture & Communication

• 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. These scholarships are offered at both the undergraduate and postgraduate levels and are awarded based on merit and financial need.

1. Postgraduate Taught Excellence Scholarship: This scholarship is available to international students studying a master's program and offers a tuition fee discount of up to £5,000.
2. Postgraduate Research Scholarship: This scholarship is available to international students pursuing a research degree and covers the full cost of tuition fees.
3. 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.
4. 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.
5. 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.
6. 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.

The MLitt Environment, Culture & Communication program at the University of Glasgow offers a unique interdisciplinary approach to the study of environmental issues, culture, and communication. Graduates of this program have diverse career prospects in fields related to environmental conservation, sustainability, cultural heritage, communication, and advocacy.  

1. Environmental Policy and Advocacy: Graduates can work in governmental and non-governmental organizations, advocating for environmental policies, promoting sustainability practices, and influencing decision-making processes. They can contribute to shaping environmental regulations, developing conservation strategies, and addressing global environmental challenges.

2. Sustainability Consultancy: Graduates can pursue careers as sustainability consultants, helping organizations and businesses develop and implement sustainable practices. They can advise on environmental management systems, carbon footprint reduction, renewable energy strategies, waste management, and sustainable supply chain solutions.

3. Cultural Heritage Management: Graduates can work in cultural heritage organizations, museums, or historic sites, contributing to the preservation, interpretation, and promotion of cultural heritage. They can be involved in heritage conservation, exhibition curation, cultural tourism, or cultural policy development.

4. Environmental Education and Outreach: Graduates can work in educational institutions, environmental NGOs, or science centers, promoting environmental education and raising awareness about sustainability. They can develop educational programs, organize outreach activities, and engage with diverse audiences to foster environmental literacy and inspire behavioral change.

5. Environmental Journalism and Media: Graduates can pursue careers in environmental journalism, reporting on environmental issues, climate change, and sustainability. They can work for newspapers, magazines, online publications, or broadcast media, providing accurate and engaging coverage of environmental topics to inform and engage the public.

6. Corporate Sustainability: Graduates can work in the corporate sector, helping organizations integrate sustainability principles into their operations, supply chains, and corporate social responsibility initiatives. They can analyze environmental impacts, develop sustainability strategies, and monitor progress towards sustainability goals.

7. Environmental Research and Analysis: Graduates can continue their studies at the doctoral level or work as researchers in academic institutions, think tanks, or research organizations. They can contribute to interdisciplinary research projects, investigate environmental challenges, and provide evidence-based solutions to inform policy and decision-making.

8. Environmental Communication and Campaigning: Graduates can work as communication specialists in environmental organizations, designing communication campaigns, creating engaging content, and using various media platforms to raise awareness and mobilize support for environmental causes.

9. Environmental Impact Assessment: Graduates can work in environmental consultancy firms or regulatory agencies, conducting environmental impact assessments for development projects. They can assess the potential environmental effects of proposed projects, propose mitigation measures, and ensure compliance with environmental regulations.

10. Sustainable Development Planning: Graduates can work in urban planning departments, regional development agencies, or international organizations, contributing to sustainable development planning. They can integrate environmental considerations into urban and regional planning processes, promote sustainable infrastructure, and support sustainable land use practices.