Master of Climate Change Science and Policy

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All our courses are offered online at the moment for international students because of the COVID-19 pandemic border closures in New Zealand. Fight a global problem Climate change is undoubtedly one of the biggest challenges our world faces. Globally we already see some of the consequences: an increase in extreme weather events, the loss of habitable land, and growing concerns about food security, species loss and threats to biodiversity. International agreements aim to keep global warming well below a 2-degree threshold to prevent even more repercussions. But deciding how we go about reducing our emissions, and how we adapt to changes that have already happened, requires scientists and policy-makers with a broad understanding of both physical sciences and human systems. In just one year, the 180-point Master of Climate Change Science and Policy degree will give you the necessary combination of policy and science knowledge to address the real-world problem of climate change. It’s a cross-disciplinary programme which combines taught courses with a research essay or placement with an external organisation. Learn from the best Our academics are world-renowned experts in climate change, and we have close relationships with government bodies, research institutes and other key agencies in Wellington and in New Zealand. You’ll be exposed to expertise from across the university, and from visiting experts. ©Victoria University of Wellington Postgraduate certificate and diploma If you enrol in the Master of Climate Change Science and Policy and choose to leave before completing the full programme, you may be able to graduate with a Postgraduate Certificate or Postgraduate Diploma in Science. Consider diverse perspectives Develop your understanding of the physical nature of global climate change. Consider the ethical, scientific and policy strengths and weaknesses of current and proposed strategies for dealing with it. Explore the political forces working for—and against—addressing this challenge. Gain insight into the economics, politics, behavioural science and public engagement critical to developing strategies to mitigate and adapt to the effects of climate change at a local, national and global level. Community Postgraduate study will help you build valuable relationships and networks with peers, University staff and future colleagues. Make the most of opportunities to attend events, seminars, workshops and social functions. You'll also benefit from the expertise of working professionals through the Wellington Faculty of Science's connections with local industry.

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Get a world-class education as an international student at Victoria University of Wellington—New Zealand's globally ranked capital city university. Victoria University of Wellington is located in the geographic, political and cultural heart of the country, with three campuses that offer easy access to the natural beauty of New Zealand's safest city. We’re number one in New Zealand for intensity of high-quality research. Read less

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Master of Climate Change Science and Policy

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