Bishal Bhardwaj, MSc Climate Change

Bishal, a civil servant in Nepal, says his Master's gave him the skills and knowledge to address global climate change policies.

“I chose UCL because of its global reputation, specialised programme and expert academics. Climate change itself is a complex and dynamic concept. The programme attempts to shape it using the concepts of past climate, the science behind climate change and how it is caused, and what the potential consequences of it may be.

“In the second term, students are given the option to specialise. I am trying to find out how climate change and socio-economics are interlinked in developing countries and how these can be effectively designed as a solution to climate change problems.

“A highlight of the programme was taking part in a simulated COP21 negotiation. It was fascinating and valuable to learn how climate change policy is made and agreed upon at a global scale and what the considerations are for a nation to move toward it.

“I developed lots of skills during my Master's, including writing, communication, operating models, use of Linux and complex computing methods. The Department can help shape and support your interest in your chosen specialism and for that reason, I would recommend it to prospective students.”