Sustainable Engineering Management for International Development
| Award | Attendance | Study | Duration | Start | Domestic fees | International fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MSc | On-Campus | Full-time | 1 | January | £11200 per year | £22750 per year |
About Sustainable Engineering Management for International Development, MSc - at Swansea University
Our exciting, redeveloped MSc responds directly to the urgent demand for a new type of professional – those who not only possess core engineering management skills, but also understand sustainability, want to make a difference and, more importantly, have the skills, creativity, and innovation to lead positive change.
Developed and delivered in partnership with the King’s Foundation, this course enables students to develop interdisciplinary insights into the role of business, management, engineering, and global communities in creating a sustainable future. With access to influential stakeholders and thought leaders in sustainable development and management, the MSc aims to develop a community of leaders who have:
- The knowledge and capability to evaluate and develop potential solutions to complex global challenges such as climate change.
- A deep understanding of how sustainable development and associated competencies can provide a framework for change.
- A broad understanding of the role of engineering technology in addressing sustainability challenges.
- The ability to use management processes and principles to drive forward positive change.
This course will equip you with the skills to manage and lead the way in addressing global challenges and making the continuous move towards a more sustainable future.
Why Sustainable Engineering Management at Swansea?
Swansea has an established global reputation for pioneering research in engineering and a firm commitment to international development, reflected by recent student mobility projects in countries such as Zambia, Liberia, and South Africa.
Teaching staff are recognised global leaders in their field, advising government and industry on sustainability, net zero and circularity.
Did you know?
Students will have the opportunity to get involved with Invent for the Planet, an Intensive Design Experience hosted by Texas A&M, which engages students at universities around the world and tasks them with solving some of the world’s most pressing problems in just 48 hours.
In 2023 students from Swansea won the IFTP's grand final with their reverse-osmosis pump which could convert toxic river water into potable water for rural farming communities.
Your Sustainable Engineering Management Experience
This course will involve interaction with influential stakeholders and thought leaders in sustainable development. Giving you the ability to grow your network and employment opportunities.
The Faculty of Science and Engineering has an international community of over 1900 postgraduate students and 120 research staff.
You will have access to our on-site library, open 24 hours a day, advanced laboratories, a year-round programme of guest lectures, and dedicated postgraduate work rooms.
Sustainable Engineering Management Employment Opportunities
Graduates of this degree at Swansea are well positioned for specialist employment. Your future could follow, but not limited to roles within engineering management, consultancy, corporate sustainability, government policy and international aid.
Entry requirements
Contact Swansea University to find course entry requirements.
Why study at Swansea University
There are many reasons to choose Swansea University for your studies; from the stunning beachfront locations of our Singleton Park and Bay campuses, to our global reputation for research and academic excellence, we offer a safe, supportive and fun environment to live and study, and our vast range of courses and subject areas mean you are sure to find the future career for you.
- Top 30 UK research-led university (Research Excellence Framework 2014-2021)
- Ranked within the Top 300 of universities globally (QS World University Rankings 2025)
- Voted 6th safest city in England and Wales (Complete University Guide 2024)
- UK Top 10 of the People and Planet University League (Times Good University Guide 2025)
Whether you join us for your undergraduate degree, postgraduate studies or research, you’ll receive a modern approach to learning, backed by cutting-edge facilities and an excellent research and teaching faculty.
Join Swansea and start your journey, studying in a picturesque, student-friendly city by the sea with so much to offer.