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Postgraduate Study

Expected Academic Standard

Applicants for this course should have achieved a Good II.i Honours Degree.

If your degree is not from the UK, please check International Qualifications to find the equivalent in your country.

Besides enthusiasm and commitment, applicants must have:

An undergraduate degree from a recognised university, or evidence of equivalent work experience/achievement and ability to read for a Master's-level programme

An acceptable ability in written and spoken English language (evidence will be required of participants’ proficiency if English is not their first language)

A minimum of 3 years’ work experience after graduation

An endorsement from their employing institution supporting their application, required time commitment for the programme and ideally support for the assignments being undertaken in the context of a sustainability challenge/opportunity relevant to the organisation, or – if independent – from an acceptable institution familiar with their work

Demonstrable enthusiasm and/or aptitude for sustainability leadership

Academic and/or professional excellence

Commitment to using learning from the programme to lead or influence change within their business context

Access to appropriate computer technology and internet software

Ability to pay the course fees or identify a sponsoring institution

Ability to attend two workshops (blended programme) or an online programme during Stage 1 and complete three modules (inclusive of participation to residential workshops of 2.5 days each) in Stage 2

University Minimum Academic Requirements


Language Requirement

IELTS (Academic)

Element Score
Listening 7.0
Writing 7.0
Reading 7.0
Speaking 7.0
Total 7.5

TOEFL Internet Score

Element Score
Listening 25
Writing 25
Reading 25
Speaking 25
Total 110

C1 Advanced

Score: Grade A & B (overall score of 193, with no element lower than 185 plus a Language Centre assessment)

C2 Proficiency

Score: Grade A, B, or C (with at least 200 with no element lower than 185).


Visa Information

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Key Information


Michaelmas 2025
Applications open
Sep. 4, 2024
Application deadline
Mar. 26, 2026
Course starts
Oct. 1, 2025
Some courses can close early. See the Deadlines page for guidance on when to apply.
Easter 2026 (Closed)
Applications open
Sep. 4, 2024
Application deadline
Jan. 14, 2026
Course starts
Apr. 17, 2026
Some courses can close early. See the Deadlines page for guidance on when to apply.
Funding Deadlines

These deadlines apply to applications for courses starting in Michaelmas 2026, Lent 2027 and Easter 2027.

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