Global Sustainable Development
University of Sheffield
UCAS Code: L800 | Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
University of Sheffield
UCAS Code: L800 | Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Entry requirements
A level
Access to HE Diploma
Award of Access to HE Diploma in a Social Science or Arts and Humanities subject, with 45 credits at Level 3, including 36 at Distinction and 9 at Merit
GCSE/National 4/National 5
GCSE Maths grade 4/C
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
+ A at A Level
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
in a relevant subject
Scottish Higher
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)
+ AA at A Level
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About this course
Take an interdisciplinary focus on international development, examining global issues through the lens of social justice and sustainability. You will benefit from innovative practice-based learning, and develop your professional skills in research, ethics, policy analysis and stakeholder management.
**Learn to see emerging global issues through the lens of social justice and environmental sustainability – and apply strategies to make real change happen.**
In global sustainable development, we show you how to become a globally competent citizen who can make a positive difference to the world around you.
Your tutors are experts in international development and the social sciences who bring an interdisciplinary perspective to their teaching. Together, you’ll add to our understanding of the world’s most complex and challenging problems – from climate change to poverty, from inequalities to security.
Our approach to learning and skills development means you'll be fully prepared for employment in the public, private or third sector.
**Why study this course?**
- **Practice-oriented learning** - hands-on and problem-based learning, through team projects, policy analysis, professional skills building and fieldwork experiences.
- **We cover field trip costs** - to ensure everyone has the chance to carry out fieldwork, all costs for the core residential field classes are met by the department. This includes the costs of travel, accommodation and food during your residential stay.
- **Student life** - get involved in GeogSoc and become part of one of the biggest societies at the University of Sheffield. Over 400 members enjoy socials, spending time in the Peak District, career and academic support, volunteering, sports and more.
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University of Sheffield
School of Geography and Planning
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