Energy and Sustainable Development ,PG Dip

    Energy and Sustainable Development ,PG Dip

    Duration12 month(s)
    Tuition Fee
    GBP 23,899 / per year
    Next IntakeSeptember 1, 2026

    Energy and Sustainable Development ,PG Dip

    About

    Society, industry and policymakers recognise that change is required at all levels if we are to address the challenge of climate change and sustainable development to meet the needs of future generations. At DMU, our Energy and Sustainable Development MSc reflects the knowledge and skills required by professionals working to achieve this.

    You will develop an understanding of how we can achieve more sustainable development and decarbonisation through sustainable energy, more efficient production, and organisational change. You will learn from leading academics and specialists in the School of Engineering and Sustainable Development, and invited guest speakers.

    You will graduate with the skills and knowledge to bring about change in companies, communities, organisations and government. This course is ideal for individuals with a social science, physical science or engineering background, or for mid-career professionals with relevant experience.

    Key features

    • Our research and teaching staff provide you with the opportunity to learn from scientists actively involved in furthering knowledge and sharing expertise.

    • This course is accredited by the Energy Institute until August 2030.

    • Graduate equipped with knowledge and expertise required for careers in industry, public sector, research or education.
    • Access specialist facilities such as the Energy Laboratory, a high-tech hub for teaching, research and technology demonstration.
    • Graduates have gone on to work for global organisations including the Carbon Trust, BMW, National Grid and the European Commission, energy and environmental consultancies, central and local government and multinational organisations.

    • This is course has two intakes, late September and early February. September starters will finish in September the following year (12 months). February starters will finish in May the following year (16 months).
    • Benefit from block teaching, where most students study one subject at a time. A simple timetable will allow you to really engage with your learning, receive regular feedback and assessments, get to know your course mates and enjoy a better study-life balance.


    Scholarships:

    DMU offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate scholarships and bursaries to help you realise your academic ambitions.

    International Scholarships

    Find out about available scholarships and country specific fee discounts for international students.

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    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    You should have the equivalent of a British Honours degree (2:2 minimum) in a relevant subject or five years’ work experience in an appropriate field.

    We are happy to consider equivalent qualifications from anywhere in the world.

    If you have no formal academic qualifications but do have extensive industry experience we will consider your application on an individual basis.

    English language requirements

    If English is not your first language an IELTS score of 6.0 overall with 5.5 in each band (or equivalent) when you start the course is essential.

    English language tuition, delivered by our British Council-accredited Centre for English Language Learning, is available both before and throughout the course if you need it.

    Career

    DMU Global

    This is our innovative international experience programme which aims to enrich your studies and expand your cultural horizons – helping you to become a global graduate, equipped to meet the needs of employers across the world.

    Through DMU Global, we offer a wide range of opportunities including on-campus and UK activities, overseas study, internships, faculty-led field trips and volunteering, as well as Erasmus+ and international exchanges.

    Graduate careers

    Our graduates go on to work in a wide range of energy, buildings and sustainability roles in energy and environmental consultancies, non-governmental environmental organisations, central and local government (including the European Commission), and multi-national organisations. Some of our graduates stay on at DMU to continue their academic training with PhD studies.

    Recent graduate destinations include:

    • The Carbon Trust
    • BMW
    • Turley Associates
    • National Energy Foundation
    • European Commission
    • Knightstone Housing Association
    • National Grid
    • Leicester City Council
    • Mott MacDonald
    • WSP Group
    • Arup
    • WYG
    • David Chipperfield Architects

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    23,899 / per year

    Energy and Sustainable Development ,PG Dip

    De Montfort University

    De Montfort University

    United Kingdom

    United Kingdom, Leicester