Course Overview
This course examines the interaction between people and their surroundings. You’ll learn about the use of natural resources and how we can live more sustainable lifestyles. Our modern world uses vast amounts of energy, generates waste and pollution, degrades our environment, reduces biodiversity, and has profound effects on our health and welfare. You’ll study the principles and policies needed to help deliver sustainable development and consider both the local and global implications on natural resources. You will develop specialist analytical and communication skills that will help you work effectively with communities, individuals and other professionals. In Geography you study the relationships between dynamic environments and population in different locations and at multiple scales. You will learn about major challenges facing the world, and develop creative skills in problem solving, presentation, and communication. Our teaching is based on the research carried out in the department and is focused on three broad themes: creating just communities and places, shaping environmental futures, and geospatial and digital methods. The student-led Geography and Environmental Society also has a programme of activities to help you become part of our community.
Course modules for
Studying in Canada offers international students access to world-renowned universities, a diverse range of academic programmes, and a rich cultural experience that prepares you for a global career.
Studying in Canada offers international students access to world-renowned universities, a diverse range of academic programmes, and a rich cultural experience that prepares you for a global career.
Studying in Canada offers international students access to world-renowned universities, a diverse range of academic programmes, and a rich cultural experience that prepares you for a global career.
Studying in Canada offers international students access to world-renowned universities, a diverse range of academic programmes, and a rich cultural experience that prepares you for a global career.
Studying in Canada offers international students access to world-renowned universities, a diverse range of academic programmes, and a rich cultural experience that prepares you for a global career.
Studying in Canada offers international students access to world-renowned universities, a diverse range of academic programmes, and a rich cultural experience that prepares you for a global career.
Studying in Canada offers international students access to world-renowned universities, a diverse range of academic programmes, and a rich cultural experience that prepares you for a global career.
Studying in Canada offers international students access to world-renowned universities, a diverse range of academic programmes, and a rich cultural experience that prepares you for a global career.
Reasons to study Environmental Sustainability and Geography
Environmental Sustainability is accredited by the professional body the Institute of Environmental Management and Assessment (IEMA) which means that all students who attain a lower second class degree or better are eligible for Associate Membership of IEMA.
Sustainability skills and environmental awareness is a priority in many corporate jobs. Businesses now need to adhere to new environmental legislation.
Our graduates are highly employable with many ending up in senior and influential positions. Examples include: preparing national policy and legislative guidance on environmental protection environmental and sustainability assessment assisting local authorities with sustainable development strategies, renewable energy, waste strategy implementation and other environmental policies.
Entry Requirements for
12th Grade Graduation Certificate with 50% in each subject
International Student Fees
You can find the applicable international student course fee for your chosen pathway study route listed below.
| Study Route | Tuition Fees (2025-26) |
|---|---|
| International Foundation | Engineering – January, September – £19,895 Computing – January, September – £19,895 Life Biomedical Sciences – January, September – £19,895 Business – January, September – £18,995 Nursing – January, September – £19,895 |
| International Stage One (3 terms) | Nursing / Life and Biomedical Sciences / Engineering / Computing – January, September – £19,895 Business* / Social Studies – January, April, September – £18,995 |
| Pre-Masters (1 term) | Design / Health Education and Social Sciences** / Nursing – April, June – £11,195 Business / Computing / Energy & Sustainability / Engineering / Law – April, June, September – £11,195 |
| Pre-Masters (2 terms) | Business / Energy & Sustainability / Health Education and Social Sciences ** – January, April, June – £15,195 |
| International Stage One (2 terms) | Business / Computing / Life and Biomedical Sciences / Nursing – January, April – £13,195 |
| Pre-Masters (Online) | Business / Computing / Energy & Sustainability / Engineering / Law / Nursing / Health Education and Social Sciences – April, August – £6,500 |
| International Stage Two | All available subjects – January, September – £20,195 |
| *Fees are not inclusive of scholarships. All applications are subject to a non-refundable admin Fee of £220. Stated fees are for the pathway only. Stated fees do not include the annual tuition fee applicable for degree course continued at the university after completion of your pathway. For more information on progression degree fees please visit the university website directly. | |
| **After successfully completing International Stage One (3 terms) in Business (April 2026 intake), you will progress to IS2 in January 2027 and continue to your chosen degree at the University of Dundee in September 2027, entering Year 3. **MEd TESOL and MEd Education (Leading Learning and Teaching) not available for the January 2026 intake at the UoD. | |
Scholarships at University of Dundee
Up to £6,000 scholarship for 3-term pathways
Up to £4,500 scholarship for 2-term pathways
Reach out to our admissions team for details about scholarships available to you.
Up to £5,500 scholarship for 1-term pathway
Up to £5,000 scholarship for 2-term pathway
Reach out to our admissions team for details about scholarships available to you.
Up to £5,000 for ICD student who completed pathway programme and progressing with Excellence outcome (Automatically assigned on progression if student has met an A grade average during their study in the college)
*Assigned on progression – if a students already has another scholarship confirmed (e.g. Vice Chancellors or GCS) they cannot combine these – they will be awarded the highest value scholarship only
Reach out to our admissions team for details about scholarships available to you.