Environmental Science MSc

University of Glasgow

The MSc in Environmental Science draws on expertise in the School of Social & Environmental Sustainability at the University of Glasgow. They represent a leading centre of expertise in environmental teaching and research. They work on issues dealing with the natural and urban environment including policies and practices for environmental management.The MSc in Environmental Science aims to produce graduates whohave a strong understanding of the environment and how it changeshave an awareness of economic and policy issues affecting the environmentare able to apply practical and technical solutions to assist in the management of the environment, environmental risk and environmental change.You will develop a firm understanding of the environment – and how human and physical processes affect it.You will be introduced to policies and practices for environmental science, as they are applied in a range of environments and at different scales. You will develop skills in processing and presenting environmental information to inform and enhance environmental management.You will gain an enhanced appreciation of the importance of research and reflection as a route to successful environmental management.Graduate attributesThis degree programme equips you for a wide range of opportunities by providing the knowledge and understanding to:Critically assess the influence of physical processes and the impact of human decision making on the environmentEvaluate theories of environmental managementDiscuss theories of climate change, how this will affect different environmentsCompare and contrast environmental management policies in different regions and at different scalesDevelop strategies for behavioural change to improve management of the environmentExplain the need to develop policies to manage the environment at different scalesCreate plans to react to and manage environmental changeExplain how GIS and Remote Sensing contribute to the management of environmental data and can contribute to environmental management.Career prospectsCareer opportunities include positions in international organisations, government ministries, academia and research institutions, non-governmental organisations; and further study at PhD level.