Master in MSc Sustainable Finance

The University of York, located in York, United Kingdom, is a great choice for international students. You'll be part of a community that collaborates with institutions worldwide to develop life-saving discoveries and new technologies. With 388 programs available, you can explore many fields and find what suits you best.

Specifically, the university has 30+ academic departments that undertake groundbreaking research, which underpins the institution's inspiring teaching. For instance, you can delve into programs in engineering, business, and medicine, among others. The university's research areas are diverse, providing opportunities for you to engage in hands-on activities and learn from experienced faculty.

You'll be based on a safe and beautiful campus, within walking distance of York city centre, which offers a unique blend of history and culture. As a student, you'll become a member of the college system, providing an inclusive sense of community. The city benefits include access to cultural events, historic landmarks, and a thriving community, making your time at the University of York a memorable experience. With a diverse community of 5945 international students, you'll find support and opportunities to connect with people from around the world.

This course will provide you with a comprehensive understanding of sustainable finance concepts and techniques, along with the knowledge and skills to introduce environmental, social, and governance (ESG) criteria into financial analysis, investment decisions, and capital allocation strategies. Emphasis will be placed on exploring innovative financial instruments, such as green public procurement, public private partnerships, green bonds, social impact bonds, and ESG-focused funds, and evaluating their role in promoting sustainable development and value creation. You'll also explore the renewable energy markets, including analysis of key financial instruments such as green bonds and the FTSE Environmental markets index, and to understand how fossil fuel energy markets affect the renewable energy markets. Additionally, you'll develop critical analytical skills to evaluate the impact of factors such as CO2 emission pricing and derivatives on renewable energy investments. You'll examine the context and underlying causes of energy poverty, including socio-economic factors and access to energy resources and will analyse data on energy poverty to understand its prevalence, distribution, and impact on communities and economies. The course includes discussion of research results and interaction with participants from international research projects funded by UKRI and the European Commission.