Course summary

Our Masters degree will give you a solid grounding in the scientific principles that underpin Environmental Management. We cover topics including the ecological, economic, social, political and legal aspects of environmental management. We give comprehensive training in quantitative, theoretical, analytical and practical skills. Environmental managers play a vital role in the protection and sustainable use of resources. You’ll learn to address issues such as adaptation to climate change, biodiversity and sustainable energy management. At the local level, Environmental Management focuses on conservation and protection of land and water resources and natural habitats. You’ll also benefit from employability skills training, a residential field skills course and the chance to carry out an environmental management related dissertation project which may include working collaboratively with a business. Flexible degree pathways You can work towards our core Masters degree, the MSc Environmental Sciences, or opt to specialise in one of the following pathways of study: MSc Environmental Management (Conservation) MSc Environmental Management (Energy) MSc Environmental Management (Informatics)