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BSc (Hons) Global Sustainable Development
Key Programme Information
Degree
BSc (Hons) Global Sustainable Development
(In Collaboration with GEDU via MLA College)
Language
English
Awarding Body
University of Plymouth
Cost
£8,700
Duration
24 months
Course Description
Introducing you to the concepts and thinking behind the idea of sustainability, the BSc (Hons) Global Sustainable Development programme starts by exploring key thinkers and issues in engaging the global community with the notion of sustainable development. At the same time, we introduce you to important ways to investigate, interrogate and analyse new research in sustainable development, and familiarise you with the expectations of higher education.
We then focus upon the connections between the classic ‘three pillars’ of sustainability; society, economy and the environment. It is these connections that present the greatest challenges and opportunities to forge a sustainable world.
The course aims to:
- Provide a sound and critical understanding of sustainable development, particularly with reference to the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
- Show how sustainability is conceived and practiced differently across the globe.
- Provide key theoretical and practical knowledge of a range of subjects that are important considerations within the SDGs.
- Enable students to understand the role of individuals, communities, and institutions in delivering sustainable development.
- Foster debate and enable students to express reasoned, evidence-based arguments.
Application Information
- A copy of your CV
- A suitable English language certificate, such as an IELTS, is required.
- Copies of academic certificates and transcripts
- A copy of your passport (photo page only)
- A 200-300 word personal statement explaining your motivation for wanting to join this program.
Entry Requirements
The BSc Global Sustainable Development (Top Up) programme is designed to meet the needs of students who may have no formal higher education experience or have yet to gain a degree elsewhere. This Programme is your stepping stone to a career in GSD, either as a newcomer to the field but with study experience in a different area, with work experience in sustainability but with no formal higher education qualification, or a mixture of the two.
Our admissions process will assess your readiness to study and promote you into the final year of a traditional degree programme (hence the name ‘Top Up’).
Applicants must meet one of the below criteria:
- A Foundation Degree, or equivalent, in a related subject area
Or
- Relevant work or life experience in a relevant subject area
And
- English language GCSE Grade C or above.
Applications for this programme can be made up of the following:
- Qualifications from a recognised education provider, or professional bodies.
- Prior work experience relevant to the programme.
- A mix of both qualifications and relevant work experience.
As part of the evaluation of your application you may be asked to provide further information about your work experience by completing a Mapping Matrix.
Suggested Pre-Reading List
Lewis, S. and Maslin, M. 2018. The Human Planet: How we created the Anthropocene. Pelican: London
Cottrell, S. 2019. The Study Skills Handbook. Bloomsbury: London
MLA College and the University of Plymouth use Harvard-style referencing, and it is advisable to pre-study the importance of referencing on all academic coursework and how to do it.
