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    MSc 12 months full-time, 24 months part-time

Course Description

​Our MSc Environmental Pollution will give you a thorough understanding of the principles of environmental science and develop skills applicable to a career in environmental consultancy, contaminated land and waste management.

Participate in world-leading fieldwork and research projects and take core options dedicated to providing a solid understanding of the science behind the environment and the impact of pollution.

You will benefit from our custom-designed building with specialised research facilities, including laboratories and instrumentation for work in molecular ecology and biochemistry, environmental chemistry, physics and stable and radioisotopes. You will have access to superb controlled environment facilities, a large area of experimental polytunnels and glasshouses and extensive opportunities for fieldwork at our experimental farms.

Entry Requirements

Normally an undergraduate honours degree (2:2 or above), or equivalent from a university outside the UK. Applicants with no first degree but who have equivalent experience may also be considered. Your undergraduate degree should be in environmental science, earth/geoscience, chemistry, biology, geography, agriculture or a related field.

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Fees

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Programme Funding

Masters scholarships available please visit website for details

Student Destinations

Our students emerge well educated and skilled. Graduates go on to work in a wide variety of academic and research posts as well as in public and private sector organisations within the UK and internationally. Graduates will be highly employable in the growing market for environmental managers and consultants. Our courses also provide in-service training for those already working within the profession.

Module Details

Sample modules:

  • Pollutant Behaviour in the Environment
  • Environmental Consultancy
  • Field Class (included in tuition fees)
  • Waste and Environmental Management
  • Urban Air Quality

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