Applied Meteorology and Climatology
Entry requirements
A good Honours degree, preferably upper second-class or above in a relevant discipline such as Geography, Environmental Science, Mathematics and the physical or biological sciences. In special cases, applications may be considered from those holding non-graduate qualifications that are deemed by the University to be a satisfactory alternative to an Honours degree in the subject areas mentioned above
Months of entry
September
Course content
- Provide training in theoretical and applied aspects of atmospheric physics and dynamics, quantitative modelling techniques, weather forecasting, climate prediction and observation of atmospheric processes
- Equip you with the skills of quantitative and statistical analysis with regards to atmospheric data processing and management
- Enable you to apply theoretical concepts and analytical techniques to the resolution of environmental and socio-economic problems that have an atmospheric origin
- Develop your independent research ability
- Convert participants with non-environmental backgrounds to applied meteorologists and climatologists
- Develop your communication skills using traditional and IT-based media
The course is modular in nature, comprising 180 credits: 120 from MSc-dedicated taught modules and 60 from a dissertation. In line with University Regulations it is intended that 60 credits be the equivalent of a Certificate, 120 credits a Diploma and 180 credits the MSc. All taught courses are compulsory for non-maths and physics graduates.
The course structure is as follows:
Stage 1: PGCert (a total of 60 credits out of the 80 credit modules)
- Theoretical Meteorology: Atmospheric Composition and Physics
- Weather Forecasting and Climate Modelling
- Atmospheric Data Processing and Statistics
- Physical Climatology and Climate Change
- Meteorological Applications and Services
Stage 2: PGDip (a total of 120 credits)
- Theoretical Meteoroloy: Atmospheric Dynamics
- Mathematics
- Weather, Climate and Society
- Applied Micrometeorology
Choose one from the following three:
- Atmospheric Observation
- Air Pollution Chemistry
- Causes and Effects of Air Pollutants
- Carbon Cycle and Carbon Management
Stage 3: MSc (a total of 180 credits)
- Research Proposal for Dissertation
- Dissertation
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Information for international students
International students may be required to satisfactorily complete a preliminary course of not more than 12 months before starting the MSc and must provide documentary evidence of numeracy and competence in English.
Fees and funding
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Qualification, course duration and attendance options
- MSc
- part time24 months
- Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
- full time12 months
- Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
Interim award: PGDip or PGCert.
Course contact details
- Name
- Postgraduate enquiry service
- postgraduate@contacts.bham.ac.uk
- Phone
- 0121 414 5005