Science and Engineering at The University of Edinburgh

Postgraduate Opportunities
We offer a range of one year taught Masters Degrees as well as one, two and three year Research degrees (MSc, MPhil and PhD)

We offer Masters Degree Programmes studying Earth's natural environment, from perspectives of ecology, geography, earth sciences, resource management, atmospheric sciences, and human society. Our flexible, inter-disciplinary programmes offer high-quality training for a wide range of careers, such as GIS, research, or environmental consultancy.

Although a relevant background is often useful, applications are encouraged from graduates in physical or social science, engineering, maths, business, Humanities & Arts, or even those looking to return to education from the workplace.

GeoSciences is a leading international centre for multi-disciplinary research encompassing Human Geography, Earth & Planetary Science, Global Change, Environmental Sustainability, Earth Observation.

Our world-class scientific and academic staff at the forefront of cutting edge research, actively contribute to the School's prestigious PhD programme offering opportunities for students to be involved in a wide variety of exciting projects.

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Short Courses

All of our MSc, PhD and research knowledge can be accessed by organisations and individual professionals wishing to maintain and enhance their knowledge. Established tailor-made courses include Geographic Information Systems and all aspects of Ecology and Forest Ecology.

• Environmental Consensus and Conflict Resolution
• Geographical Information Systems
• Participatory Appraisal
• The Scottish Centre for Carbon Storage also runs One-Day Short Courses