MSc in Climate Change and Environmental Sustainability
Develop the scientific, policy, research and practical skills needed to address climate change and promote environmental sustainability in Somaliland and beyond.
- Award
- Master of Science
- Duration
- 2 years
- Study structure
- 4 semesters
- Credits
- 43 credit hours
- Study mode
- Full-time
- Language
- English
- Location
- University of Hargeisa
Programme profile
The MSc in Climate Change and Environmental Sustainability prepares students to understand and respond to the environmental, social and economic challenges created by climate change. The programme combines climate science, adaptation and mitigation, environmental management, research methods and geospatial technologies.
Students examine the effects of climate change on Somaliland’s key development sectors and develop practical skills in policy analysis, resilience planning, environmental management, GIS, remote sensing and applied research. The programme concludes with a graduate seminar and an independently researched master’s thesis.
Admission requirements
- A recognised bachelor’s degree with a minimum GPA of 2.75 out of 4.0.
- Relevant backgrounds include social sciences, agricultural sciences, natural-resource disciplines, environmental or health sciences, and related fields.
- Successful completion of the programme entrance examination.
- Three recommendation letters, preferably from former instructors, employers or professional associations.
- Fulfilment of any additional requirements established by the School of Graduate Studies.
What you will learn
- Explain major climate systems, environmental processes and climate-change impacts.
- Assess climate risks affecting livelihoods, health, ecosystems and development sectors.
- Design adaptation, mitigation and environmental-management strategies.
- Use research methods, GIS and remote sensing to analyse environmental problems.
- Develop and communicate evidence-based policies and sustainable development solutions.
Programme content
The programme combines specialist coursework with applied learning and supervised research. The semester-by-semester course structure is shown below.
| Semester | Code | Course title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 Semester 1 | CCES 6111 | Climate Systems and Dynamics | 3 |
| Year 1 Semester 1 | CCES 6231 | Climate Change Mitigation Strategies: Reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions | 3 |
| Year 1 Semester 1 | CCES 6331 | Environmental Change and Human Health Development | 3 |
| Year 1 Semester 1 | CCES 6411 | Advanced Research Methods | 3 |
| Year 1 Semester 2 | CCES 6122 | Global Warming: Science, Policy and Action | 3 |
| Year 1 Semester 2 | CCES 6132 | Impacts of Climate Change on the Key Development Sectors of Somaliland | 3 |
| Year 1 Semester 2 | CCES 6222 | Climate Change Adaptation: Strategies for Resilience and Sustainability | 3 |
| Year 1 Semester 2 | CCES 6422 | GIS and Remote Sensing | 3 |
| Year 2 Semester 1 | CCES 7313 | Climate Justice, Social Differentiation and Mobility | 3 |
| Year 2 Semester 1 | CCES 7213 | Sector-Based Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation | 3 |
| Year 2 Semester 1 | CCES 7343 | Climate Change, Human Security, Food Security and Ecological Security | 3 |
| Year 2 Semester 1 | CCES 7323 | Environmental Management and Sustainability | 3 |
| Year 2 Semester 2 | CCES 7434 | Graduate Seminar | 1 |
| Year 2 Semester 2 | CCES 7514 | Master’s Thesis | 6 |
Teaching and assessment
Teaching combines lectures, group discussions, presentations, assignments, field demonstrations, practical work, laboratory or computer-based activities, seminars and supervised research. Assessment may include quizzes, written examinations, presentations, practical work, field reports, term papers and the master’s thesis.
Career opportunities
- Climate-change and environmental specialist
- Environmental programme or project manager
- Climate-policy or sustainability adviser
- Researcher or lecturer
- GIS and environmental data specialist
- Roles in government, NGOs, development agencies and private organisations
How to apply
Applications are submitted through the University of Hargeisa postgraduate admission system. Applicants must complete the application form and upload the required academic and supporting documents before the published deadline. Application dates, tuition fees and document requirements should be confirmed in the current SGS admission announcement.
Application guidance ↗Talk to the School
For current information and guidance, contact the School of Graduate Studies.
MSc in Climate Change and Environmental Sustainability
Develop the scientific, policy, research and practical skills needed to address climate change and promote environmental sustainability in Somaliland and beyond.
- Award
- Master of Science
- Duration
- 2 years
- Study structure
- 4 semesters
- Credits
- 43 credit hours
- Study mode
- Full-time
- Language
- English
- Location
- University of Hargeisa
Programme profile
The MSc in Climate Change and Environmental Sustainability prepares students to understand and respond to the environmental, social and economic challenges created by climate change. The programme combines climate science, adaptation and mitigation, environmental management, research methods and geospatial technologies.
Students examine the effects of climate change on Somaliland’s key development sectors and develop practical skills in policy analysis, resilience planning, environmental management, GIS, remote sensing and applied research. The programme concludes with a graduate seminar and an independently researched master’s thesis.
Admission requirements
- A recognised bachelor’s degree with a minimum GPA of 2.75 out of 4.0.
- Relevant backgrounds include social sciences, agricultural sciences, natural-resource disciplines, environmental or health sciences, and related fields.
- Successful completion of the programme entrance examination.
- Three recommendation letters, preferably from former instructors, employers or professional associations.
- Fulfilment of any additional requirements established by the School of Graduate Studies.
What you will learn
- Explain major climate systems, environmental processes and climate-change impacts.
- Assess climate risks affecting livelihoods, health, ecosystems and development sectors.
- Design adaptation, mitigation and environmental-management strategies.
- Use research methods, GIS and remote sensing to analyse environmental problems.
- Develop and communicate evidence-based policies and sustainable development solutions.
Programme content
The programme combines specialist coursework with applied learning and supervised research. The semester-by-semester course structure is shown below.
| Semester | Code | Course title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 Semester 1 | CCES 6111 | Climate Systems and Dynamics | 3 |
| Year 1 Semester 1 | CCES 6231 | Climate Change Mitigation Strategies: Reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions | 3 |
| Year 1 Semester 1 | CCES 6331 | Environmental Change and Human Health Development | 3 |
| Year 1 Semester 1 | CCES 6411 | Advanced Research Methods | 3 |
| Year 1 Semester 2 | CCES 6122 | Global Warming: Science, Policy and Action | 3 |
| Year 1 Semester 2 | CCES 6132 | Impacts of Climate Change on the Key Development Sectors of Somaliland | 3 |
| Year 1 Semester 2 | CCES 6222 | Climate Change Adaptation: Strategies for Resilience and Sustainability | 3 |
| Year 1 Semester 2 | CCES 6422 | GIS and Remote Sensing | 3 |
| Year 2 Semester 1 | CCES 7313 | Climate Justice, Social Differentiation and Mobility | 3 |
| Year 2 Semester 1 | CCES 7213 | Sector-Based Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation | 3 |
| Year 2 Semester 1 | CCES 7343 | Climate Change, Human Security, Food Security and Ecological Security | 3 |
| Year 2 Semester 1 | CCES 7323 | Environmental Management and Sustainability | 3 |
| Year 2 Semester 2 | CCES 7434 | Graduate Seminar | 1 |
| Year 2 Semester 2 | CCES 7514 | Master’s Thesis | 6 |
Teaching and assessment
Teaching combines lectures, group discussions, presentations, assignments, field demonstrations, practical work, laboratory or computer-based activities, seminars and supervised research. Assessment may include quizzes, written examinations, presentations, practical work, field reports, term papers and the master’s thesis.
Career opportunities
- Climate-change and environmental specialist
- Environmental programme or project manager
- Climate-policy or sustainability adviser
- Researcher or lecturer
- GIS and environmental data specialist
- Roles in government, NGOs, development agencies and private organisations
How to apply
Applications are submitted through the University of Hargeisa postgraduate admission system. Applicants must complete the application form and upload the required academic and supporting documents before the published deadline. Application dates, tuition fees and document requirements should be confirmed in the current SGS admission announcement.
Application guidance ↗Talk to the School
For current information and guidance, contact the School of Graduate Studies.