Global sustainable development

Thanks for coming to our open day - we hope you feel inspired after your visit. On this page you can learn more about your course and the skills you'll gain to become a global problem solver. You can also hear from some of our current students and find out how we'll support you during your studies.

Daisy and Alex tell you more about the BA Global Sustainable Development course, including why they chose Sheffield and what careers it could lead too.

Daisy and Alex tell you more about the BA Global Sustainable Development course, including why they chose Sheffield and what careers it could lead too.

Dr Stephanie Butcher, Lecturer in Global Sustainable Development, introduces the Department of Geography's interdisciplinary undergraduate degree Global Sustainable Development.

Studying Geography at Sheffield cemented my interest in international development

Eve Stanislawski Project Administrator, Overseas Development Institute, BA Geography

Eve got her job in the international development sector after studying BA Geography and volunteering for a development charity.

Studying Geography at Sheffield

Studying at Sheffield

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