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MSc Applied Meteorology and Climate with Management

  • Year of entry
    2023/24 See 2024/25 entry
  • Course duration
    Full Time:  12 months
  • Year of entry
    2023/24 See 2024/25 entry
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    Full Time:  12 months

Combine the study of meteorology and climate science with management training on our MSc Applied Meteorology and Climate with Management.

This course will provide you the scientific background for improved understanding of meteorology and climate. It will also prepare you for current – or future – managerial responsibilities, with a significant course focus on the management of people and organisations.

Whether you want to mitigate the economic impact of hazardous weather events, look further afield and forecast space weather, or focus your efforts elsewhere within meteorology’s broad spectrum, we will help you develop the scientific and managerial skills you need.

Choosing MSc Applied Meteorology and Climate with Management means your interdisciplinary learning will be split between our world-class Department of Meteorology – the University of Reading is ranked 4th in the world for Atmospheric Science (ShanghaiRanking 2022 Global Ranking of Academic Subjects) – and the triple-accredited Henley Business School.

Many of your modules will be shared with MSc Applied Meteorology, while others will complement your scientific studies with a focus on management and leadership.

As you develop your skills in forecasting, weather analysis and statistics, your learning will be supported by:

  • our on-campus instrumentation lab and atmospheric observatory. In addition to field trip opportunities, access to these facilities allows you to improve your practical skills.
  • weather and climate discussions. These weekly sessions give you an insight into current UK and global weather and climate events and incorporate our real-time meteorological data.
  • small class sizes. Our enviable staff-to-student ratio means you will receive individual support from expert academics. You will also be fully supported as you work on your final master’s project – our academics typically oversee no more than one student dissertation each year.
  • professionally relevant academic content. Our teaching is aligned with the World Meteorological Organization Basic Instruction Package for Meteorologist (BIP-M) and Meteorological Technicians (BIP-MT). This means that what you learn will be relevant to the field and of the highest quality.

You will be taught by academics who are leaders in their fields. They will draw on their research experience to give you unique scientific perspectives into environmental issues that affect our world. Additionally, our Department of Meteorology is home to five Fellows of the Royal Society, as well as climate experts who contribute to the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC).

Conduct or collaborate on a research project

Your master’s dissertation is an opportunity to further our knowledge of meteorological science and research.

This allows you to:

  • work with a leading scientist from our world-class Department of Meteorology, who will supervise you on your master’s project
  • contribute to our understanding of issues such as climate change and hazardous weather
  • complete a potentially publishable piece of research.

You may also have the opportunity to work on a research project in collaboration with one of our industry partners.

We are proud of our long-established relationships with more than 30 organisations in the meteorological, climate and related sectors. These include:

  • UK Met Office
  • Environment Agency
  • NASA
  • European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts
  • World Meteorological Organisation
  • European Space Agency

Participate in field work

As part of your studies, you will have the opportunity to participate in field work that focuses on observing and predicting typical weather systems in the mid-latitudes.

Over the course of a weekend, you will understand how and why the weather varies in a particular region by building a coherent picture of its evolution. You will do this by:

  • plotting and analysing special radiosonde ascents
  • collecting data from an instrumented mast
  • collecting data from instrumented walks
  • monitoring official analysis and forecast products.

Build on your scientific knowledge with MSc Applied Meteorology and Climate with Management

This master’s course is designed for graduates with maths or physics backgrounds, or graduates who have studied subjects such as chemistry or computer science.

Many of our students already work in national weather services and wish to develop further knowledge in meteorological science and management.

Overview

Combine the study of meteorology and climate science with management training on our MSc Applied Meteorology and Climate with Management.

This course will provide you the scientific background for improved understanding of meteorology and climate. It will also prepare you for current – or future – managerial responsibilities, with a significant course focus on the management of people and organisations.

Whether you want to mitigate the economic impact of hazardous weather events, look further afield and forecast space weather, or focus your efforts elsewhere within meteorology’s broad spectrum, we will help you develop the scientific and managerial skills you need.

Choosing MSc Applied Meteorology and Climate with Management means your interdisciplinary learning will be split between our world-class Department of Meteorology – the University of Reading is ranked 4th in the world for Atmospheric Science (ShanghaiRanking 2022 Global Ranking of Academic Subjects) – and the triple-accredited Henley Business School.

Many of your modules will be shared with MSc Applied Meteorology, while others will complement your scientific studies with a focus on management and leadership.

As you develop your skills in forecasting, weather analysis and statistics, your learning will be supported by:

  • our on-campus instrumentation lab and atmospheric observatory. In addition to field trip opportunities, access to these facilities allows you to improve your practical skills.
  • weather and climate discussions. These weekly sessions give you an insight into current UK and global weather and climate events and incorporate our real-time meteorological data.
  • small class sizes. Our enviable staff-to-student ratio means you will receive individual support from expert academics. You will also be fully supported as you work on your final master’s project – our academics typically oversee no more than one student dissertation each year.
  • professionally relevant academic content. Our teaching is aligned with the World Meteorological Organization Basic Instruction Package for Meteorologist (BIP-M) and Meteorological Technicians (BIP-MT). This means that what you learn will be relevant to the field and of the highest quality.

You will be taught by academics who are leaders in their fields. They will draw on their research experience to give you unique scientific perspectives into environmental issues that affect our world. Additionally, our Department of Meteorology is home to five Fellows of the Royal Society, as well as climate experts who contribute to the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC).

Conduct or collaborate on a research project

Your master’s dissertation is an opportunity to further our knowledge of meteorological science and research.

This allows you to:

  • work with a leading scientist from our world-class Department of Meteorology, who will supervise you on your master’s project
  • contribute to our understanding of issues such as climate change and hazardous weather
  • complete a potentially publishable piece of research.

You may also have the opportunity to work on a research project in collaboration with one of our industry partners.

We are proud of our long-established relationships with more than 30 organisations in the meteorological, climate and related sectors. These include:

  • UK Met Office
  • Environment Agency
  • NASA
  • European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts
  • World Meteorological Organisation
  • European Space Agency

Participate in field work

As part of your studies, you will have the opportunity to participate in field work that focuses on observing and predicting typical weather systems in the mid-latitudes.

Over the course of a weekend, you will understand how and why the weather varies in a particular region by building a coherent picture of its evolution. You will do this by:

  • plotting and analysing special radiosonde ascents
  • collecting data from an instrumented mast
  • collecting data from instrumented walks
  • monitoring official analysis and forecast products.

Build on your scientific knowledge with MSc Applied Meteorology and Climate with Management

This master’s course is designed for graduates with maths or physics backgrounds, or graduates who have studied subjects such as chemistry or computer science.

Many of our students already work in national weather services and wish to develop further knowledge in meteorological science and management.

Entry requirements

IELTS: 6.5 overall with no element less than 5.5 (or equivalent)

Entry requirements: Normally a good honours degree (2.2 or above), or equivalent from a university outside the UK, in a mathematical/physical science or a closely related subject. Degrees in environmental or agricultural sciences or geography may be acceptable if maths and physics have been studied to A level or equivalent. Prior knowledge of meteorology is not necessary for this programme.

Prepare for your master's course

For this degree you are required to have a good knowledge of physics and mathematics. 

  • Check the list of topics we recommend you to familiarise with

Pre-sessional English language programme

If you need to improve your English language score, you can take a pre-sessional English course prior to entry onto your degree.

  • Find out the English language requirements for our courses and our pre-sessional English programme

Structure

Compulsory modules include:

X

Module details


Title:

Managing People and Organisations

Code:

MMM048

Convenor:

DR Matthew Sinnicks

Summary:

The module examines existing knowledge about how people behave in organisational settings, the theories that inform this knowledge and the practical implications for managers. It relies on the tacit knowledge of students and on social and human sciences such as management, philosophy, political science, psychology and sociology. 

Assessment Method:

Assignment 70%, Oral 30%

Disclaimer:

The modules described on this page are what we currently offer. Modules may change for your year of study as we regularly review our offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.

X

Module details


Title:

Introduction to Computing

Code:

MTMA33

Convenor:

PROF Bob Plant

Summary:

This module introduces students to scientific computing for meteorological applications using the Python programming language.

Assessment Method:

Report 100%

Disclaimer:

The modules described on this page are what we currently offer. Modules may change for your year of study as we regularly review our offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.

X

Module details


Title:

Forecasting Systems and Applications

Code:

MTMA39

Convenor:

DR Peter Inness

Summary:

An introduction to the end-to-end process of operational weather forecast production.

Assessment Method:

Report 30%, Class test 70%

Disclaimer:

The modules described on this page are what we currently offer. Modules may change for your year of study as we regularly review our offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.

X

Module details


Title:

Atmospheric Physics

Code:

MTMG02

Convenor:

PROF Maarten Ambaum

Summary:

In this module we will cover thermal physics as applicable to the atmosphere. We will cover phase transitions, cloud formation, radiation, vertical stability, and related topics in atmospheric science.

Assessment Method:

Set exercise 20%, Class test 80%

Disclaimer:

The modules described on this page are what we currently offer. Modules may change for your year of study as we regularly review our offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.

X

Module details


Title:

Weather and Climate Discussion

Code:

MTMG04

Convenor:

PROF Suzanne Gray

Summary:

A seminar based module looking at weather and climate issues of both local and global importance.

Assessment Method:

Disclaimer:

The modules described on this page are what we currently offer. Modules may change for your year of study as we regularly review our offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.

X

Module details


Title:

Professional Skills

Code:

MTMG05

Convenor:

DR Hilary Weller

Summary:

This module comprise writing skills, a team literature review, a Met Office taught forecasting course and employment related presentations and visits.

Assessment Method:

Assignment 50%, Oral 50%

Disclaimer:

The modules described on this page are what we currently offer. Modules may change for your year of study as we regularly review our offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.

X

Module details


Title:

Experiencing the weather field course

Code:

MTMG34

Convenor:

DR Peter Inness

Summary:

This field course focuses on weather variation.

Assessment Method:

Assignment 40%, Oral 40%, Class test 20%

Disclaimer:

The modules described on this page are what we currently offer. Modules may change for your year of study as we regularly review our offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.

X

Module details


Title:

Dissertation project

Code:

MTMG99

Convenor:

DR David Brayshaw

Summary:

The aim of the dissertation is to enable the student to acquire the skills needed for scientific research in assembling a body of information and arriving at a critical appraisal of it and, if appropriate, carrying out original research and/or data analysis. A secondary aim is to help the student develop his/her own specific interests in their general field of study and it may also  be a preparation for research or other work in a particular field.

Assessment Method:

Dissertation 100%

Disclaimer:

The modules described on this page are what we currently offer. Modules may change for your year of study as we regularly review our offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.

Code Module Convenor
MMM048 Managing People and Organisations DR Matthew Sinnicks
MTMA33 Introduction to Computing PROF Bob Plant
MTMA39 Forecasting Systems and Applications DR Peter Inness
MTMG02 Atmospheric Physics PROF Maarten Ambaum
MTMG04 Weather and Climate Discussion PROF Suzanne Gray
MTMG05 Professional Skills DR Hilary Weller
MTMG34 Experiencing the weather field course DR Peter Inness
MTMG99 Dissertation project DR David Brayshaw

Optional modules include:

X

Module details


Title:

Managing Transformation

Code:

MMM080

Convenor:

DR Elizabeth Houldsworth

Summary:

This module considers the management of transformation from both an organisational and personal perspective.  Students are introduced to key models of change and consider how they might be applied and the barriers to their effective implementation.  The module also provides an opportunity for students to learn about and to practice some of the skills required in the leadership of transformation.  

Assessment Method:

Assignment 50%, Practical 20%, Oral 30%

Disclaimer:

The modules described on this page are what we currently offer. Modules may change for your year of study as we regularly review our offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.

X

Module details


Title:

Statistics for Weather and Climate Science

Code:

MTMG06

Convenor:

PROF Maarten Ambaum

Summary:

This module aims to introduce the basic statistical concepts and reasoning relevant to atmospheric science as well as providing experience in the proper use of statistical methods for the analysis of weather and climate data.

Assessment Method:

Assignment 100%

Disclaimer:

The modules described on this page are what we currently offer. Modules may change for your year of study as we regularly review our offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.

X

Module details


Title:

Climate Change

Code:

MTMG16

Convenor:

PROF Joy Singarayer

Summary:

This module aims to develop a conceptual, but also quantitative, understanding of climate variability and change.

Assessment Method:

Report 20%, Class test 80%

Disclaimer:

The modules described on this page are what we currently offer. Modules may change for your year of study as we regularly review our offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.

X

Module details


Title:

Tropical weather systems

Code:

MTMG19

Convenor:

DR Chris Holloway

Summary:

An introduction to the weather systems and circulation patterns in the tropical atmosphere.

Assessment Method:

Assignment 20%, Class test 80%

Disclaimer:

The modules described on this page are what we currently offer. Modules may change for your year of study as we regularly review our offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.

X

Module details


Title:

Hazardous weather analysis

Code:

MTMG25

Convenor:

PROF Helen Dacre

Summary:

Students will apply various tools and techniques to analyse observational and model data for multiple hazardous weather case studies.

Assessment Method:

Assignment 100%

Disclaimer:

The modules described on this page are what we currently offer. Modules may change for your year of study as we regularly review our offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.

X

Module details


Title:

Remote Sensing

Code:

MTMG38

Convenor:

PROF Emily Black

Summary:

This module describes how to obtain quantitative information about the contents and state of the atmosphere using electromagnetic waves. We will consider a variety of techniques based on absorption, scattering and emission processes. We will also cover various remote sensing instruments, including radiometers, sun-photometers, radars, and lidars.

Assessment Method:

Set exercise 10%, Report 30%, Class test 60%

Disclaimer:

The modules described on this page are what we currently offer. Modules may change for your year of study as we regularly review our offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.

X

Module details


Title:

Hydrology and global environmental change

Code:

MTMG44

Convenor:

PROF Richard Allan

Summary:

This module covers topics in hydrology and global environmental change.

Assessment Method:

Set exercise 33%, Class test 67%

Disclaimer:

The modules described on this page are what we currently offer. Modules may change for your year of study as we regularly review our offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.

X

Module details


Title:

Climate Services and Climate Impact Modelling

Code:

MTMG50

Convenor:

DR David Brayshaw

Summary:

This module seeks to provide students with the scientific awareness, practical techniques and communication skills required for the provision of climate services and climate impact modelling.  Contact time will be divided between a series of taught lectures covering key scientific and technical material; a computer-based technical development of a relevant climate service application; sector-specific case studies presented by external speakers; and preparation of a consultancy style briefing report.

Assessment Method:

Assignment 30%, Report 70%

Disclaimer:

The modules described on this page are what we currently offer. Modules may change for your year of study as we regularly review our offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.

X

Module details


Title:

Atmospheric Chemistry and Transport

Code:

MTMG60

Convenor:

PROF Bill Collins

Summary:

This module develops the concepts of chemical and physical processing of atmospheric pollutants and their transport in the atmosphere from local to global scales. The processes covered include air quality, photochemistry, anthropogenic and biogenic emissions, wet and dry deposition. The transport mechanisms include micro-scale, meso-scale, synoptic-scale and global-scale processes.

Assessment Method:

Assignment 30%, Class test 70%

Disclaimer:

The modules described on this page are what we currently offer. Modules may change for your year of study as we regularly review our offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.

X

Module details


Title:

Preparing For Floods

Code:

GVMPFF

Convenor:

PROF Hannah Cloke

Summary:

The module will provide a basis for understanding key issues in flood preparedness, from the local to the global scale, including flood forecasting and warning, response and incident management and building community resilience. The module uses lectures, seminars for discussion and includes a visit to the European Flood Awareness System operational centre. As students on this module will come from a range of academic backgrounds, they may select either a forecast modelling or policy critique based assignment. The module will be run in conjunction with GV3PF Preparing for Floods to increase opportunity for peer discussion.

Assessment Method:

Assignment 45%, Oral 35%, Class test 20%

Disclaimer:

The modules described on this page are what we currently offer. Modules may change for your year of study as we regularly review our offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.

Code Module Convenor
MMM080 Managing Transformation DR Elizabeth Houldsworth
MTMG06 Statistics for Weather and Climate Science PROF Maarten Ambaum
MTMG16 Climate Change PROF Joy Singarayer
MTMG19 Tropical weather systems DR Chris Holloway
MTMG25 Hazardous weather analysis PROF Helen Dacre
MTMG38 Remote Sensing PROF Emily Black
MTMG44 Hydrology and global environmental change PROF Richard Allan
MTMG50 Climate Services and Climate Impact Modelling DR David Brayshaw
MTMG60 Atmospheric Chemistry and Transport PROF Bill Collins
GVMPFF Preparing For Floods PROF Hannah Cloke

These are the modules that we currently offer. They may change for your year of study as we regularly review our module offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.

Fees

New UK/Republic of Ireland students: £12,100

New international students: £25,800

Tuition fee information

The fees listed are for full-time study, unless otherwise stated. Fee information will be confirmed in offer letters sent out to successful applicants. You can find further information, including information for part-time study, through our dedicated fees and funding page.

EU student fees

With effect from 1 August 2021, new EU students will pay international tuition fees. For exceptions, please read the UK government's guidance for EU students.

Additional costs

Some courses will require additional payments for field trips and extra resources. You will also need to budget for your accommodation and living costs. See our information on living costs for more details.

Financial support for your studies

You may be eligible for a scholarship or bursary to help pay for your study. Students from the UK may also be eligible for a student loan to help cover these costs. See our fees and funding information for more information on what's available.

Careers

Careers for MSc Applied Meteorology and Climate with Management graduates

This degree’s comprehensive joint approach means you will be well placed to pursue a scientific career in weather forecasting and meteorological research, and will prepare you for managerial roles.

A master’s in applied meteorology and climate with management provides you with the knowledge, as well as the technical and computing skills, to carry out quantitative scientific research and projects in meteorology and related areas of environmental science.

In fact, some of our students have published their master’s research projects in mainstream scientific journals even before they graduate.

In recent years, graduates of our meteorology master’s courses have been recruited by organisations that include:

  • AIR Arup
  • BBC
  • FUGRO GEOS
  • MeteoGroup
  • RMS
  • UK Met Office.

Others pursue a diverse range of careers within:

  • environmental measurement
  • risk management
  • policy development
  • water resource management
  • environmental consultancy
  • energy supply
  • flood modelling
  • pollution prediction
  • weather forecasting
  • space weather forecasting
  • insurance
  • finance
  • broadcast media.

Overall, 100% of graduates from Meteorology are in work or further study within 15 months of graduation [1].

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  • Godwin Ayesiga has returned to the University of Reading for his PhD, and is currently researching large-scale circulation and synoptic scale convection in equatorial Africa.

[1] Based on our analysis of HESA data © HESA 2022, Graduate Outcomes Survey 2019/20; includes postgraduate (taught) and postgraduate (research) Meteorology responders.

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The link between Reading, meteorology and the World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) is exceptional. There is no same course available that is particularly tailored to meteorologists working in the weather services.

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