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Postgraduate Study

Course closed for this cycle: Sustainable Business is no longer accepting applications for this cycle. It is expected to re-open for new applications in early September.

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 (evidence will be required of participants’ proficiency if English is not their first language)
  • a minimum of three 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
  • the ability to pay the course fees or identify a sponsoring institution; and
  • ability to attend both workshops.

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

No ATAS required

What Is An ATAS?

Key Information


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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