This unique course prepares students for a research career in cold-regions science, notably within the disciplines of glaciology, glacial geomorphology, polar climatology/oceanography, environmental science, polar biogeochemical processes, or their intersections. The department trains graduates from a range of scientific disciplines.
The course operates at the cutting edge of climate science, as its key focus is to explore the expressions, mechanisms and impacts of rapid ongoing changes in the planet’s cold regions.
An integral part of the course is the Arctic/Alpine field course, which is usually in the summer towards the end of the academic year. The costs for this field course are not included in the tuition fee. Students will gain an in-depth knowledge of the location they visit. They will also develop skills in relevant research approaches and techniques.
Course structure
Students will complete 180 compulsory credits of study, comprising four modules taken over one year full-time. During a year-long research project, they will undertake original and independent research in their chosen field. While students develop and execute their project, they will be given close supervision. They will be a member of the department's vibrant research community – Sheffield's Ice and Climate Research group – and they will have the opportunity to present their findings to the group.
During the first semester, modules will help students develop their research ideas and produce a formal project proposal. They will also have the chance to to explore research approaches and develop analytical and research communication skills.
Field class
The field class combines taught sessions with group research. Group work undertaken by students in previous years includes: meteorology, glacier hydrology, glacier hydrochemistry, ground penetrating radar studies of glacier structure and glacial geomorphology, and glacier reconstruction using geomorphological evidence and relative dating techniques. Recent field class locations have included Greenland and Svalbard.
| Level | Masters |
| Discipline | Professional Studies |
| Duration | 12 months |
| Intakes | Jan, Sep |
| Application Fees | GBP 0 |
| Tuition Fees | GBP 23250 |
| Campus | Main |
| Language proficiency (minimum) | |
| IELTS | 7 |
|---|---|
| TOEFL | 95 |
| PTE | 67 |
| Duolingo | Not Required / Waiver |
| Exam proficiency (minimum) | |
| SAT | Not Required / Waiver |
|---|---|
| ACT | Not Required / Waiver |
| GRE | Not Required / Waiver |
| GMAT | Not Required / Waiver |
Minimum GPA - 73%
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