What we offer

Joint 64th in the world and 22nd in the UK for sustainability - QS World University Rankings: Sustainability 2026
We support the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals – seeking peace and prosperity for all people and the planet.
We offer a range of programmes that focus on sustainability and climate change, each aligned with the University's own sustainable goals. Our research-led postgraduate courses will engage you with the latest ideas while challenging and supporting you to stretch your thinking and creativity.
We offer an interdisciplinary Master’s focused on leadership in climate change. This programme cuts across a number of disciplines from the Faculties of Humanities and Social Sciences, and Science, Agriculture and Engineering.
Newcastle University Business School offers a range of programmes focused on sustainability. These Master’s courses will equip you with the knowledge and skills to drive change within organisations and become a responsible leader.
We offer an exciting number of programmes linked to sustainability across the Faculty of Science, Agriculture and Engineering. You’ll be able to experience our world-class teaching and state-of-the-art facilities.

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Our courses

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Global Sustainable Futures MA

Develop the critical skills and knowledge needed to tackle global sustainability challenges. Learn how to create place-based solutions for a more sustainable future.

International Business (Sustainability) MSc

Our International Business MSc will enable you to respond to the growing internationalisation of business and management practice.

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Leadership in Climate Change and Sustainability MSc

Tackling Climate Change and building sustainable approaches through interdisciplinary collaboration and leadership.

Marine Conservation and Sustainability MSc

Our Marine Conservation and Sustainability course meets the growing demand for marine consultants and coastal managers in UK, European and international business.

Sustainable Agriculture and Food Security MSc

Our course provides specialist skills and knowledge about the most important issues related to the sustainability of agricultural production and food security.

Sustainable Chemical Engineering MSc

Our MSc in Sustainable Chemical Engineering will equip you with the tools to create a more sustainable future through innovative processes, materials and technologies.

Sustainability Management MSc

Become a leader of sustainability in organisations. Develop the skills to help businesses develop socially and environmentally responsible practices. Learn to manage organisations for a sustainable future.

Why study your Master's at Newcastle University?

Newcastle University Business School's sustainability focused postgraduate programmes have been designed to respond to the growing demand for responsible leaders within industry. Learners will explore sustainability challenges through topics such as:

Political economy
Sustainable supply chain management
Innovation management
Business growth and society

In the Faculty of Science, Agriculture and Engineering we host a range of facilities aligned with our strengths in sustainability including:

the newly launched £110 million Stephenson Building, the home of Engineering
our two commercially run University farms with more than 800 hectares
marine science and engineering centres including the Dove Marine Laboratory used for field study and marine collecting expeditions as well as a £1million research vessel, The Princess Royal designed in-house by staff and students

Our Master’s programmes within the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences focus on cutting-edge areas including:

tackling climate change
building sustainable business practices
understanding the impact of sustainability and climate change on society, organisations and individuals
the role of entrepreneurship, innovation and sustainability in society

Student life

Find out more about life as a postgraduate student at Newcastle University. Discover how the city itself, local community and extra-curricular opportunities available will make your time at Newcastle unforgettable.