
Dr John Round
Senior Lecturer in Human Geography
School of Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences
Dr John Round studies how people navigate socio-economic marginality in everyday life.


Join us for an interactive webinar exploring how the BSc Sustainability at the University of Birmingham Dubai equips you to tackle some of the world’s most pressing environmental and social challenges — and turn your passion into a meaningful career.
As you know, the world is changing rapidly. Dubai is emerging as a global leader in green innovation, Net Zero 2050, circular economy strategies, and sustainable urban development under the Dubai Urban Plan 2040. These transitions are already creating a high demand for future professionals who understand climate resilience, sustainable cities, environmental planning, renewable energy, and social sustainability.
At the University of Birmingham Dubai, the only top 100 globally ranked university in Dubai, we have launched our BSc Sustainability to prepare students for these challenges and equip them with skills that are urgently needed in local and international professional market. The programme is taught by leading international researchers in:
There will be plenty of time for questions, so you can find out whether this innovative and future‑focused programme is the right fit for you.