Environmental Management

Entry requirements

Entry to the PgDip:
A degree in a science or other suitable discipline is required or demonstration of your ability to undertake the course through the accreditation of prior experiential learning.

Entry to the MSc:
You initially register for the Postgraduate Diploma (PgDip) and if you complete the PgDip with an overall mark of 50% or higher you can proceed to the MSc programme.

Months of entry

January, September

Course content

The programme has been developed to set environmental management tools into the context how ecosystems are structured, how ecosystems /function and the legislative/policy framework for environmental planning.The flexible nature of this course makes it especially suited to people in full-time employment.

The principles and practice of Environmental Management are covered, with specific objectives being to:
• Understand the importance of an evidence-based approach in developing management strategies
• Apply quantitative techniques to assess the effects of environmental management
• Produce environmental impact statements and advise on implementing environmental management systems
• Apply structured planning principles to site biodiversity management and ecosystem restoration
• Monitor pollution and assess its environmental effects

To take this course, you will need access to a computer with a fast internet connection. The course uses the Blackboard learning environment and the modules are delivered using online lectures, including practical and tutorial material. Students and staff interact via email, discussion boards and online chat and meetings.

This course is more flexible than traditional on-campus university courses as you can study using your own computer, at your own pace, anywhere and at any time (within given timeframes).