School of Science
One planet.
Shared questions.
Explore climate, Earth systems and the scientific questions that call for international collaboration.
Discover Our Scientific DirectionWelcome to the School
Science crosses borders.
The School of Science focuses on fundamental scientific questions with international significance, with global climate change as a central academic interest.
Its direction connects climate systems, Earth and environmental science, polar science and international scientific cooperation.
Academic Focus
Fundamental questions.
International collaboration.
Climate & Earth Systems
Climate processes, atmosphere–ocean interactions and global environmental change.
Polar & Environmental Science
Polar environments, the cryosphere, ecosystems and international observation.
International Scientific Cooperation
Scientific data sharing, research collaboration and science diplomacy.
The Learning Approach
Observe carefully.
Question openly. Work together.
Scientific understanding develops through observation, the evaluation of evidence and the testing of explanations.
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Understand Systems
Connect physical processes with climate and Earth-system questions.
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Evaluate Evidence
Consider observation, uncertainty, models and scientific data.
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Collaborate Internationally
Explore data sharing and cross-border research questions.
Connections Across the College
Related Policy & Governance Courses
These programmes belong to the College’s policy and international affairs catalogue. They are related learning options, rather than foundational science programmes.
Arctic Geopolitics and Polar Governance
Explore arctic governance, indigenous participation, polar cooperation and security.
£390 · 8 weeks · 60 learning hours
View Programme →Certificate · LCD-025Energy Security and Climate Diplomacy
Explore energy markets, climate diplomacy, energy transition security.
£490 · 8 weeks · 60 learning hours
View Programme →Certificate · LCD-055Trade, Technology and Economic Security
Explore technology trade, critical supply chains, export controls policy.
£490 · 8 weeks · 60 learning hours
View Programme →Academic Enquiries
Shared knowledge begins
with shared questions.
Science programme information will be published separately as the curriculum is established. For enquiries about the School’s academic direction, contact the College.
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