Faculty of Environment
Climate Futures: Science, Society, and Politics MSc
This course will provide you with a holistic understanding of the climate crisis, delivering the scientific, social and political approaches you’ll need to respond creatively and effectively to the challenges of a changing climate
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Vanishing glaciers threaten Alpine biodiversity
Invertebrates that live in the cold meltwater rivers of the Alps will face widespread habitat loss, warn researchers
Find out moreChallenges of science in the rainforest
Researchers investigate how trees faced by water stress might cope if the Amazon gets significantly warmer and rainfall patterns change
Researching the AmazonFaculty of Environment
We bring together expert knowledge to address the major challenges facing society today, with expertise across a wide range of disciplines and staff who deliver outstanding student education and research within our schools.
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Be part of a prestigious, research-intensive Russell Group university. Here you'll gain skills that will be invaluable to you, personally and professionally.
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Our community of researchers brings together excellence and innovation, pushing the frontiers of knowledge and discovery to shape a better future.
More on Research and innovationAccelerated melting of glaciers in Greenland
A study has found widespread mass loss of glaciers and ice caps in Greenland…
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“We’re doing everything we can” and other excuses not to act on climate change
Research uncovers over fifty-five commonly used justifications by high energy…
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Exploitation of immigrants rife in detention centres run for profit
Dr Deirdre Conlon warns that the privatisation of detention centres is…
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Curious minds set new record
Record numbers of visitors flocked to campus on Saturday to sample free…
More on Curious minds set new recordMaking Connections: Networking Event for Research Staff
Wednesday 7 June 2023, 10:00 - 11:30
More on Making Connections: Networking Event for Research StaffGlobal weather research recognised by Queen's award
A Queen's Anniversary Prize - the UK’s highest accolade for universities and colleges - has been awarded to the University of Leeds for research into tropical weather systems and climate science.
Outreach and public engagement
We deliver events and activities to showcase this fascinating subject area to students at schools and colleges across the UK.
More on Outreach and public engagementEquality and inclusion
The University community is made up of a wide range of people with diverse backgrounds and circumstances, which we value and regard as a great asset.
More on Equality and inclusion“Are you passionate about #sustainability and #food? Programme Leader Dr Effie Papargyropoulou, @effers1, explains… t.co/Pq17y1RPbx” -
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“Drilling below the seabed in the mid–Atlantic Ocean, Geologists have collected a core of rock more than 1 kilometer… t.co/dLuWwZ84iq” -
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“What shapes the relationships between business, environment and society, and how can individuals and organisations… t.co/JWDaAKvZwx” -
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