Wetland Science for Pollution Control MSc

Taught wetland modules include: Wetland classes and biodiversity Wetland hydrology and biogeochemistry Wetland Ecosystem Services International wetland field trip Constructed treatment wetlands Instrumental and environmental analysis: alongside the theoretical and practical design skills needed for the building of constructed treatment wetlands students on this course will learn a variety of instrumental analysis techniques. These will be tailored for constructed wetland engineers and biogeochemists interested in environmental analysis and suitable for those studying a wide variety of aquatic and terrestrial habitats – not just wetlands. The theory, practical use and basic maintenance of the instruments will be covered, along with sample collection and analysis. The lab and field based techniques covered include: pH, conductivity and Redox potential Greenhouse gas (GHG) collection and analysis using a gas chromatograph (GC) and infra red gas analysis (IRGA) Cation and anion concentration analysis using ion chromatography (IC) Stable isotope analysis with an isotope ratio mass spectrometer (IRMS) Modelling for the design of treatment wetlands Constructed treatment wetland research project: the research project comprises a third of the MSc and is supervised by research active staff with excellent publication record and experience in their field. There is the possibility of working alongside a constructed wetland consultancy partner for part of the project.