MSc Sustainable Technology *
* subject to final UWE Bristol approval
This course is open for applications
Build the technical expertise and realworld social insight to lead impactful decarbonisation and sustainable technology projects. Gain hands-on experience, benefit from industry partnerships, and unlock strong career pathways in the rapidly expanding green jobs sector.
About
Why study MSc Sustainable Technology?
In the face of the climate and ecological emergency, we're driving global action toward a net-zero future. There's currently a green skills shortage, and organisations across the world urgently need people who understand the technologies, systems and challenges behind decarbonisation.
Our MSc Sustainable Technology meets this demand. The course combines technical training in renewable energy, infrastructure design and circular-economy solutions, alongside a deep understanding of the environmental, social and economic forces shaping climate change. This expertise will equip you to create lasting change that benefits society and supports our planet's recovery.
Why UWE Bristol?
UWE Bristol sits at the centre of a region leading the way in clean energy, advanced manufacturing and low-carbon innovation. With strong industry links to organisations such as Atkins and Suez, you'll learn through live briefs, networking opportunities and guest talks. You'll also have the chance to gain handson professional practice with projects including Bristol City Leap and the West of England Industrial Cluster.
Our practiceled approach grounds your learning in real-world issues. You'll gain insight from UWE Bristol's Carbon and Energy team and academic experts in decarbonisation and renewable energy. As an Energy Institute learning affiliate, we also support your route toward professional development and future chartership.
Where can it take me?
MSc Sustainable Technology welcomes numerically literate graduates from a broad range of backgrounds who want to move into technology-driven green careers. Whether you're an engineer looking to deepen your expertise in sustainable technologies or a science graduate seeking a conversion route into the fastgrowing decarbonisation sector, this course opens doors.
You could progress into roles such as Sustainability Analyst, Energy Transition Analyst, Decarbonisation Consultant or Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Consultant. You could play a vital role in helping organisations fulfil their social values while championing climate resilience, protecting nature and making a meaningful difference in the world.
Entry
Entry requirements
We normally require an honours degree of 2:2 or above.
This course is generally suitable for graduates of degrees with a numeric focus, such as engineering, physical sciences, statistics/maths, psychology, environmental studies, geography, and planning.
If you don't meet the above grade requirements but have at least 12 months relevant professional experience and/or equivalent qualifications, we'll consider you on an individual basis.
Personal Statement
You are required to complete a personal statement for this course. Please read the personal statement guidance carefully and make sure that you answer the questions on the postgraduate application form within the personal statement tabs, keeping to the advised word count.
UWE Bristol's International College
International students who do not meet the academic or English language requirements to study this course can qualify by completing preparatory study at our International College.
English language support
If you meet the academic requirements but require additional support to take your language skills to the required level, you may be able to attend one of our pre-sessional English courses. Students who successfully complete the pre-sessional course can progress onto their chosen degree course without retaking an IELTS or equivalent.
Read more about our Pre-Sessional English Programme.
English Language Requirement
International and EU applicants are required to have a minimum overall IELTS (Academic) score of 6.5 with 5.5 in each component (or approved equivalent*).
*The University accepts a large number of UK and international qualifications in place of IELTS. You can find details of acceptable tests and the required grades you will need in our English language section.
How to apply
Read more about postgraduate applications.
Read more about international applications and key international deadline dates.
For further information
- Email: Admissions@uwe.ac.uk
- Telephone: +44 (0)117 32 83333
Structure
Content
The structure and content of this new course is currently under review and subject to final UWE Bristol approval. It will be published on this page as soon as possible.
Learning and Teaching
Your learning combines professional practice opportunities with the latest research on decarbonisation. You'll be taught by academics and industry experts working in renewable energy, circular economy, systems and infrastructure design, carbon modelling and climate resilience. Lectures introduce you to current thinking, while practice-based tutorials give you the space to apply it to real challenges.
Independent research plays a significant role in the course. Through your Master's Research Project, you'll specialise in a topic that matches your career goals - from energy transition planning to sustainable infrastructure design. You'll also benefit from UWE Bristol's strong links with international organisations, which provide work-based learning opportunities on live brief projects. These experiences allow you to work on live briefs, build valuable professional skills, and develop the graduate attributes needed for a career in the green industries.
See our full glossary of learning and teaching terms.
Study time
You'll complete the course over one year.
Part-time students start the project dissertation during Year two, and complete it in Year three if necessary, with the taught part of the course covering two or three years.
Assessment
Throughout the course, you'll complete professionally relevant assignments that reflect the real-world tasks you'll take on in the green industry. You'll be assessed through a blend of exams, presentations, modelling exercises and written assignments that show how you understand and apply sustainable technologies.
You'll build evidence of your professional practice, which you'll present in a final portfolio to demonstrate your workbased learning and technical development - a powerful asset to share with future employers.
Your Research Project is assessed through a final report, giving you the opportunity to demonstrate your specialist knowledge and contribute to emerging conversations around decarbonisation and sustainable systems.
Learn more about assessments at UWE Bristol.
Fees
There is currently no published fee data for this course.
Supplementary fee information
Features
Professional accreditation
We intend to seek accreditation from the Energy Institute (EI) for our MSc Sustainable Technology. As an Energy Institute learning affiliate, this course supports pathways toward professional recognition, including becoming a Chartered Energy Manager or Chartered Environmentalist. This gives you a strong foundation to progress in the fast-growing green jobs market.
Fieldwork
UWE Bristol's strong links with local industry give you the chance to see sustainable technologies in action through a series of field trips. You'll visit the Bristol City Leap Heat Network, explore Bristol Port to learn about the Local Industrial Decarbonisation Plan, and tour SUEZ's Avonmouth facility to see waste-to-energy recovery in operation.
Study facilities
You'll study in UWE Bristol's modern engineering facilities, designed to support practical, industry-focused learning. You'll have access to digital modelling tools, specialist laboratories, high-performance computing and spaces for project development, testing and collaboration.
Staff and technicians are on hand to support your work, whether you're developing simulations, analysing carbon data or preparing for field trips. You'll also benefit from the University's wider support services on Frenchay Campus, including our 24/7 Library.
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Careers
Careers / Further study
Sustainability is no longer a niche field - it's a priority for almost every organisation. Employers across the UK and globally are urgently seeking people with the technical understanding and problem-solving skills to help them decarbonise, adapt to climate change and meet environmental goals. The demand for green skills is growing, yet many employers struggle to find qualified staff. This master's helps you step into that skills gap with confidence.
As a graduate, you'll be prepared for roles such as Sustainability Analyst, Energy Transition Analyst, Decarbonisation Consultant Engineer or ESG Consultant. These roles focus on cutting carbon emissions, optimising energy use, improving infrastructure, enhancing nature, and helping organisations meet their sustainability targets. You'll develop the skills to evaluate technologies, model scenarios, plan low-carbon transitions and support organisations through meaningful change.
Your career options aren't limited to engineering or energy companies. Almost every organisation needs people who understand sustainability. You'll be able to contribute to social value projects, support energy efficiency initiatives and help organisations respond to climate and ecological challenges.
Thanks to UWE Bristol's strong industry links, you'll gain valuable contacts throughout your degree. Our partnerships with employers such as Bristol City Leap, Atkins and Suez give you opportunities for networking, placements, site visits and professional practice projects.
As an Energy Institute learning affiliate, UWE Bristol can support you in exploring pathways to professional recognition, such as becoming a Chartered Energy Manager or Chartered Environmentalist. This could help you advance your career in the rapidly expanding green jobs market.
Whether you're starting out, upskilling, or changing direction, this master's gives you the technical foundation, hands-on experience, and professional confidence to help organisations meet their net zero goals and make a significant contribution to society.
Our award-winning careers servicewill develop your employment potential through career coaching and find you graduate jobs, placements and global opportunities.
We can also help find local volunteering and community opportunities, provide support for entrepreneurial activity and get you access to employer events.
Learn more about our graduate destinations.
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