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Water and Environmental Management MSc (PGDip)

Water and Environmental Management MSc (PGDip)

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Full time | Moulsecoomb Campus | 1 year | 30-SEP-24

Study mode

Full time

Duration

1 year

Start date

30-SEP-24

Key information
DATA SOURCE : IDP Connect

Qualification type

MSc - Master of Science

Subject areas

Environmental Management

Course type

Taught

Course Summary

Intro

Responsible management of water and environmental resources is essential in tackling the climate emergency. Our accredited MSc is an opportunity to develop and enhance your core skills, to explore key analytical and scientific skills, and gain up-to-date knowledge of national and international environmental legislation.

You’ll study the fundamentals of hydrology and pollutant transport in the context of international legal and policy frameworks and integrated catchment management. You will explore key water treatment processes; drawing upon examples of international and national water reuse technology, key to shaping future water sources. Fieldwork and laboratory practicals present the opportunity to design, perform, analyse and report on appropriate quantitative research and operational studies in the field of water and environmental management.

You’ll learn with and work alongside members of our research Centre for Aquatic Environments who aim to protect the environment and to support the diverse range of social and cultural values and benefits that derive from healthy aquatic ecosystems.

Our researchers collaborate with global organisations and charities such as UNICEF, the World Health Organisation and Water Aid, and work in partnership with regional and national organisations including National Trust, Environment Agency, Southern Water and South East Water.

Our well-established links with industry provide networking opportunities and shared insight through guest lectures.

Accreditation

The course is accredited by the Chartered Institution of Water and Environmental Management (CIWEM).

Preparing for your career

In your career you need a combination of knowledge, skills, personal qualities and relevant experiences – and you’ll get all of this from your degree.

  • Learn with staff who have experience of undertaking research or consultancy with leading bodies including the Environment Agency, DEFRA and the European Union.
  • Guest speakers from organisations including South East Water, Southern Water, Stantec, Brown and Caldwell share their knowledge and experience and provide networking opportunities.
  • Options include the opportunity of work experience on placement with an organisation registered with the Green Growth Platform.
  • Participate in group activities to develop teamwork, leadership skills, and integration of diverse subject specialisms.
  • Build advanced research, analytical and communication skills through working on your dissertation.

Modules

The module introduces the fundamentals of surface and groundwater hydrology, focusing on precipitation, evapotranspiration, runoff, discharge, groundwater recharge, groundwater storage, and groundwater flow. Pollutant transport dynamics are explored with a focus on anthropogenically derived pollutants in surface and groundwaters. The module places these topics in the context of the structure of the UK water industry, international legal and policy frameworks and integrated catchment management. And provides essential skills for careers involved in science, engineering, environmental and water sectors.

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£9,450

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£15,900

Entry requirements

Degree (minimum 2:2) in civil engineering, environmental science or related discipline.

University information

Located on England’s beautiful south coast, the University of Brighton is a buzzing multi-campus university with a diverse student body, which includes over 3,000 postgraduate students. The city of Brighton is famous for its rich heritage and inclusive environment. The university’s postgraduate students can expect to become part of Brighton’s diverse, dynamic, and highly creative community. Both teaching and research at Brighton is modelled...more

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