Environmental Science MEnvSci

You will study 120 credits in each year, through a range of lectures, tutorials, seminars and fieldwork. Our courses are modular. Some modules are compulsory, others are optional, allowing you to expand your studies into new areas or develop specialisms that interest you. Year 1 Compulsory modules may include: Ecosystem Services and Function Essential Chemistry* Ecology and Evolution Chemistry in Biology and the Environment Introductory Research Skills Academic Tutorials Field Course: Making Snowdonia *Those without a sufficient background in chemistry will take the Essential Chemistry module. Year 2 Compulsory modules may include: Water, Air and Soil Pollution Catchment Processes Instrumental Methods for Non Chemists Research Methods & GIS Field Course: UK The optional modules available in thesecond year build on those in the first to develop some focused specialisation within your degree. Year 3 You will complete your Honours Project; an individual research project on a topic of interest to you, possibly in conjunction with an outside organisation. Compulsory modules may include: Pollution and Environment Environmental Geochemistry Renewable Energy Environmental Issues Waste Management and Utilisation In addition to the compulsory modules, you choose from a wide range of options including a field course to Tenerife. Year 4 If you choose to follow the 4 year Master of Environmental Science (MEnvSci) degree, the first and second years are the same as for the BSc degree; however, you do not undertake the Honours Project in the third year and instead choose more optional modules. The aim of the fourth year is to develop your scientific skills and to increase your employability. With the support of experienced staff members, you will complete a Masters level independent research project on a topic of your choice. You will undertake a 6 8 week work placement at a location of your choice, to provide you with real life professional experience. You will also undertake the Green Economies module, which focuses on the growing importance of environmental sustainability for modern business.