Global Air Quality Management and Science

The Global Air Quality: Management and Science MSc is a unique study programme that combines research excellence with close links to business and policy makers. The course covers all aspects of air quality, from emissions, measurement and modelling to exposure science and the impacts of air pollutants on health.

Key benefits

• Internationally renowned experts and practitioners deliver a stimulating and varied study programme.
• You will study theoretical and practical aspects of air quality and health-related sciences.
• Opportunities to gain specific and targeted training and research in the fields of air quality management.
• Unrivalled access to sophisticated air quality instruments, air quality models, emission inventories and innovative data analysis methods.
• You will form strong links with departmental research groups and external organisations Worldwide.

Required Modules

• Air pollution science (30 credits)
• Measurement techniques (15 credits)
• Air quality health science (15 credits)
• Air quality modelling (15 credits)
• Air quality data science (15 credits)
• Exposure science (15 credits)
• Air quality management (15 credits)
• Project and dissertation (60 credits)

Application procedure

Your application will be assessed by two academics (Admissions Tutors). Shortlisted home candidates may be interviewed in person or by Skype, and shortlisted overseas candidates may be interviewed by telephone or Skype. We aim to process all applications within four weeks; during February and March and over holiday periods, some applications may take longer to process.

Personal statement and supporting information

Please provide a personal statement that shows how your own interests are linked to the programme. In this statement please describe your academic background, your reasons for applying for this programme and what you hope to gain from it, including any relevant experience, strengths, ambitions or research interests. Include any computing skills/proficiency that may not be covered elsewhere in your application.

• The Diplom Bakalavr or post-1991 Diploma Specialista, with an overall score of 4 out of 5, will be considered for programmes requiring a UK Bachelor (Honours) degree at 2:1.
• A score of 4.5 out of 5 will be considered for more competitive programmes requiring a UK Bachelor (Honours) degree at high 2:1.
• IELTS (Academic)
• TOEFL iBT

Scholarships

• King’s International Scholarship (KIS)