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Polar and Alpine Change MSc(Res)

UK

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What will I learn?

Prepare for a research career in cold-regions science with our MSc(Res). You’ll develop key analytical skills and research techniques, conduct a year-long independent research project, and have the opportunity to become an active member of the department's Ice and Climate research group.

Course description

This unique course prepares you for a research career in cold-regions science, notably within the disciplines of glaciology, glacial geomorphology, polar climatology/oceanography, environmental science, polar biogeochemical processes, or their intersections. We train graduates from a range of scientific disciplines.

The course operates at the cutting edge of climate science, as its key focus is to explore the expressions, mechanisms and impacts of rapid ongoing changes in our planet’s cold regions.

An integral part of the course is the Polar and Alpine Change field course, which is usually in the summer towards the end of the academic year. The costs for this field course are not included in the tuition fee. You'll gain an in-depth knowledge of the location you visit. You'll also develop skills in relevant research approaches and techniques.

Please see our University website for the most up-to-date course information.

Which department am I in?

Geography

Study options

Full Time (1 year)

Tuition fees
£26,350.00 (US$ 34,029) per year
This is a fixed fee

*View details on institution website

Start date

September 2025

Venue

University of Sheffield

Western Bank,

Sheffield,

S10 2TN, England

Entry requirements

For international students

Minimum high 2:1 undergraduate honours degree (equivalent to 65% weighted mean grade) in a relevant subject, e.g. physical geography, environmental/earth/ocean sciences, geology, physics, natural science. You will also need to display evidence of engagement with and/or aptitude in geoscientific research through a personal statement and research document (e.g. undergraduate dissertation report). Overall IELTS score of 7.0 with a minimum of 6.5 in each component, or equivalent. TOEFL Overall score of 95 with a minimum of 21 in Listening, 22 in Reading, 23 in Speaking and 22 in Writing.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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About University of Sheffield

A leading global university, Sheffield is a member of the prestigious Russell Group and ranked 104th globally (QS World 2024).

  • Member of the UK’s prestigious Russell Group
  • 105th globally (THE World University Rankings 2024)
  • 13th in the UK (THE World University Rankings 2024)
  • University of The Year (Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2024)

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