Environment and sustainability

Short courses and postgraduate qualifications

The world we live in is changing rapidly and programmes in urbanism, sustainability, ecology, wildlife conservation and the environment are more important than ever. 

Whether you wish to study for personal interest, professional development, or are looking to gain a qualification, we have a course for you.

Short courses

Our short courses cover a range of topics such as animal behaviour, plant biodiversity, survey methods and mapping tools. View environment and sustainability short courses

Postgraduate programmes

Our world-leading programmes have an international perspective and scope and draw upon Oxford University's interdisciplinary expertise.

 

Postgraduate Certificate in Ecological Survey Techniques

Postgraduate Certificate in Ecological Survey Techniques

Part-time and taught mostly online, the course provides high quality practical training in techniques for ecological field surveys

Postgraduate Diploma in International Wildlife Conservation Practice

Postgraduate Diploma in International Wildlife Conservation Practice

A unique full-time residential course designed to equip you with the skills and theoretical understanding needed to contribute to conservation research and action in the developing world.

MSc in Sustainable Urban Development

MSc in Sustainable Urban Development

Address  the urgent challenges we face to make our cities more liveable, just and sustainable in a challenging global environment, through our part-time programme for working professionals. 

DPhil in Sustainable Urban Development

DPhil in Sustainable Urban Development

A part-time doctoral programme to research the challenges of urban sustainability.


Upcoming courses

Online - flexible • Short courses
  • Wed 23 Apr 2025 – 04 Jul 2025
Online - live • Short courses • Hybrid - in person or online
  • Sat 31 May 2025
  • 9:45am – 5:00pm
Summer schools • Short courses
  • Sun 13 Jul 2025 – 19 Jul 2025
Summer schools • Short courses • Professional development
  • Mon 14 Jul 2025 – 18 Jul 2025
Summer schools • Short courses
  • Sat 16 Aug 2025 – 23 Aug 2025
  • 9:00am – 12:30pm
Online - flexible • Short courses • Professional development
  • Wed 24 Sep 2025 – 29 Oct 2025
  • 5 meetings