MSc Global Development (Environment and Climate Change)
at Manchester University, Manchester

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MSc Global Development (Environment and Climate Change)
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Manchester University
Overview

University of Manchester is one of the finest universities in UK. University of Manchester provides MSc Global Development (Environment and Climate Change) at PG level. The duration of this course is 12 months. This course attracts students from all over the world. To enrol in this course, international students must fulfil all the admission requirements. The admission requirement at the University of Manchester include standardized tests like IELTS, TOEFL and PTE. The first year tuition fees University of Manchester for MSc Global Development (Environment and Climate Change) is Pound 27,000 (INR 3,491,100). Moreover, the students must be ready for other expenses such as rent, hostel fees, food, books, supplies, utilities, etc. The average cost of living at University of Manchester is Pound 7,424 (INR 959,923).

Duration	12 months
Tuition & Fees	₹34.33 Lakh Get Fees details
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Course Level	PG Degree

MSc Global Development (Environment and Climate Change)

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MSc Global Development (Environment and Climate Change)
at
Manchester University
Fees

Students interested in pursuing a MSc Global Development (Environment and Climate Change) from University of Manchester must fulfil the associated monetary requirements that come with the course. The fee structure includes the payment of the first-year tuition fee. Students must also plan for some other costs they may incur associated with living in UK such as rent, food, medical, travel & other expenditures. The overall estimated cost of living students can expect to incur is around Pound 7,424 (INR 959,923). The cost may vary as per the lifestyle being pursued by the students & some other fees that may be charged by University of Manchester over the duration of studies. The first year tuition fee for MSc Global Development (Environment and Climate Change) is around Pound 27,000 (INR 3,491,100). For a more detailed fee breakdown regarding the MSc Global Development (Environment and Climate Change) from University of Manchester, refer the table given below:

1st year tuition fees

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Tuition & fees	INR 34,33,259

Other expenses in 1st Year

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Hostel & Meals	INR 9,44,019
Transportation	INR 73,243

Calculated at the exchange rate of 1 Pound = INR 127.157745 | Tuition & expenses were last updated on 19ᵗʰ April 2025

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MSc Global Development (Environment and Climate Change)
at
Manchester University
Entry Requirements

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Applicant should have a UK Honours degree with a First or Upper Second (2.1) classification or the overseas equivalent, in any discipline.

India specific requirements

Students who have completed a minimum of a three-year degree and who have obtained First Class from a reputable university are considered for postgraduate study. The minimum requirement typically ranges from 60-80% overall, depending on the quality of the university of prior study and grading scale.
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TOEFL

No specific cutoff mentioned

PTE

Marks - 76/90
with no element below 70

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IELTS

Marks - 7/9
with 6.5 in writing and no other element below 6.5

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MSc Global Development (Environment and Climate Change)
at
Manchester University
Application Process

Step one

Prepare documents for application

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Appliacant may need two references, they will be contacted and asked to submit a reference directly to us via our referee portal. We will let you know when they have done this. Make sure your referees are aware in advance as they play a vital part in the assessment of your application.

CV required

Step two

Additional documents required

Documents required
- Copies of official degree certificates and transcripts of your previous study, showing the subjects taken and grades obtained. If these documents are in languages other than English, please provide official translations;
- Copies of English Language Certification, eg IELTS, TOEFL or Pearson test score report.

Step three

Start your online application

https://www.manchester.ac.uk/study/masters/admissions/how-to-apply/

MSc Global Development (Environment and Climate Change)
at
Manchester University
Rankings

University Ranking

Rank	Rank Publisher
#20	University The Guardian, 2027
#24	UK University The Complete University Guide, 2027
#60	University THE (Times Higher Education), 2027

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University of Manchester
Students Ratings & Reviews

4/5

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Student Views (Based on Reviews)

56% students never faced discrimination in this university

Vibe of Campus

Academically oriented

Multi-dimensional

Friendly

Liberal

Internships3.2

Part time work3.6

Post study jobs3.6

Quality of faculty4.4

Student Life4.7

Value for money3.8

Public transportation4.7

Safety4.3

Indian Food4.5

Permanent Immigration3.1

Anonymous

MSc in Mechanical Engineering Design - Batch of 2026

4.1

The life at University of Manchester.

Tips: The University of Manchester in general has 2 types of scholarships: the Global Future Scholarship, offering £ 8,000, and the GREAT Scholarship, offering £ 10,000. When it comes down to the quality of study, the University of Manchester offers the best return on investment. The faculty is extremely friendly and highly motivated to educate us.

Likes (Student Life): The University organizes a lot of career fairs to directly speak with recruiters and get to know more about the company and its policies. The University has various student projects, including Formula Student, Hyperloop, and the UAV Society. Apart from student projects, there are other societies as well, like the drama society, signing society, and debate club.

Dislikes (Post study jobs): There are a lot of companies that have the license to sponsor, depending on the field of work. But this does not mean that every company will sponsor you. For graduate roles or entry roles, the starting salary is somewhere in the range of 26000-28000 pounds. This salary threshold doesn't fall under the sponsorship umbrella, so most of the graduate opportunities are not for international students.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 1500

Prepping time for classes40 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound 30000

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2026Read more

Anonymous

MSc in Data Science (Computer Science Data Informatics) - Batch of 2025

4.6

Suitcases, seminars and self-discovery: My MSc story beyond borders and books.

Tips: Studying at the University of Manchester is about way more than just getting a degree—it completely accelerates your personal growth. Moving to the UK comes with a real culture shock, from local civic habits to how heavy the drinking and night culture can be around student hubs. Academically, it’s a huge breath of fresh air compared to India. The coursework is incredibly practical rather than theory-heavy. For my very first assignment, we actually built a database for a custom Manchester-themed Monopoly game instead of just writing endless essays. On top of that, Manchester is easily the biggest tech hub outside London, so tech meetups, startup events, and networking opportunities are everywhere. I was awarded the £8,000 Bicentenary Global Futures Scholarship, which was credited straight toward my tuition fees. If you're coming here, be ready to step out of your comfort zone.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 825

Prepping time for classes28 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound 35000

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2026Read more

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MSc in Accounting and Finance - Batch of 2025

3.7

UoM Experience after a Master's degree

Tips: Students should inquire about the modules and other facilities provided by the university. Alongside this, the safety of the city is also something important to look into. Also check if the university is city-based or campus-based, depending on the kind of lifestyle one wants to have. Campus-based universities are situated in the countryside and can feel a little remote. Studying in a city-based university means everything is nearby, and you don't have to spend hours on public transport to go out for a social outing.

Likes (Public transportation): Getting around Manchester as a student is ridiculously easy and cheap, which is why I gave public transport a top rating. For starters, the 147 bus runs straight down Oxford Road through the main university campus and is totally free if you show your student ID. Plus, the Free Bus routes 1 and 2 make getting around the city centre and going between Piccadilly and Victoria stations completely free for everyone. For everything else, Andy Burnham’s Bee Network has made bus travel super affordable. Single fares are capped at £2, and no matter how many buses you hop on in a single day, you'll never pay more than £5 total. Between the constant buses running up and down Oxford Road and the Metrolink trams connecting you to places like Salford Quays or Didsbury, you honestly don't need a car at all.

Dislikes (Internships): I gave internships a low rating because my specific modules didn't offer any built-in placement options or course-integrated internships. You are pretty much expected to hunt for opportunities on your own through external job boards or the university’s Handshake portal. While the University of Manchester Careers Service is useful for fixing up your CV or running mock interviews, they don't hand out placements or match you directly with employers. The UK internship market around Greater Manchester—and across the UK in general—is brutally competitive right now. Unless your degree has a built-in placement year, you have to do all the legwork yourself. Finding time to apply to dozens of places while handling a full course load at Manchester gets overwhelming fast.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 1100

Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound 28000

Reviewed on 26 Jul 2026Read more

Anonymous

MSc Management of Projects - Batch of 2025

4.3

If you are able to utilise your time and opportunities well, It is an ideal option for early ROI.

Tips: The university is heavily academic. Come ready, for you have to read a lot of papers and write research papers. Choose your course wisely, as courses sound similar, but course structure can be different. Apply for scholarships early, as the spots tend to fill quickly. Try to live in student accommodation (either from the university or private), as it significantly reduces your stress. These accommodations organize events that allow you to network with students outside of your cohort.

Likes (Public transportation): I gave it a 5 because getting around Manchester is just incredibly cheap and easy. They use the yellow Bee Network buses and Metrolink trams here, and everything has a daily spending cap. You basically won’t cross five quid a day for bus fares, no matter how much you're hopping on and off. The city center and the main campus along Oxford Road are also completely walkable, so if you land a student house nearby in a spot like Fallowfield, you can honestly save a massive chunk of money just by walking to your lectures. Plus, having Manchester Airport sitting right on the direct train line within the city limits makes traveling back home or catching international flights entirely stress-free.

Dislikes (Internships): The university provides career workshops and guidance, but they don't have any dedicated placement cell for internships. They give sessions for CV review, interview preps, etc., but no specific companies come for special drives. You need to make your own connections, ask for opportunities, and network to get those positions.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 1100

Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound 35000

Reviewed on 4 Jul 2026Read more

Anonymous

MSc in International Development: Politics, Governance and Development Policy - Batch of 2025

3.8

Research and multidisciplinary focussed university

Tips: It gives immense opportunity for research and scope for development in the field but there are few opportunities for placement. There are scholarships available and it's good to apply for them but the housing is expensive, especially those offered by the university. It's a cultural shift in terms of freedom and autonomy offered to students and highly commendable for the research and courses they offer and the way they teach.

Likes (Quality of faculty): The professors here are incredible—they’re massive names in their fields, but they’re still completely down-to-earth and will genuinely go out of their way to help you out. The teaching is honestly top-tier. They don't just stand there lecturing at you—they give you real, brutal feedback to actually make you better. But honestly, the real trick here is just surviving the sheer volume of work. They dump the reading lists on you way ahead of time. If you don't skim through that stuff before class starts, you are going to be completely lost from minute one. Pre-reading is the only way to stay afloat, because then you can walk into office hours with specific, smart questions instead of just staring blankly at them. If you actually use those office hours right, the faculty will do whatever it takes to help you nail the material.

Dislikes (Post study jobs): Few companies offer post-study work visas, and very few are available in the domain. The university does not provide opportunities to interact with employers in the space. There are very few opportunities available in the UK to settle in this domain. The economy is not growing well, and this may not be the top choice for recruiters in this field specifically.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 1100

Prepping time for classes30 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound 28000

Reviewed on 28 Jun 2026Read more

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MSc Global Development (Environment and Climate Change)
at
Manchester University
Highlights

Understand the environmental and climate change dimensions of development trends and interventions.?
Receive advanced, people-centred training in areas relevant to environment, climate change, and development.
MSc Global Development with Environment and Climate Change links environmental understanding grounded in the physical sciences with study of the social and economic bases of global sustainability with a focus on low- and middle-income countries
Over the past two decades, environmental challenges have risen to the top of the global agenda.

As a result, there is a pressing need for policymakers, planners and managers to understand the environmental dimensions of development, and to find socially just solutions to climate change and environmental problems.
The course is therefore perfect if you're looking to benefit from research-led teaching - by world-class academics - that examines both mainstream sustainability and radical alternatives for sustainable global development.