Environmental Management MSc

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Course code: OLPAC     Level: 7

There’s a national need for environmental managers and this online MSc Environmental Management degree course is designed to help you become one. It’s also ideal preparation for other fields of work, such as environmental consultancy or pollution control. Because it’s available to study online, it allows you to choose the most convenient time and place to study, fitting in around your work or personal commitments.

Our tutors have many years’ experience in the environmental management sector themselves, so they understand your profession and the pressures of balancing study around work and family commitments. We like to know that our students feel valued and supported in their online studies and in our latest feedback survey, 91%* of our students studying this course felt that their online tutor provided them with the support and guidance that they needed throughout their online learning experience (*UDOL feedback survey 2015).

IEMA certified online Environmental Management MSc course

As a measure of our quality assurance, the accredited Environmental Management MSc course has passed the IEMA audit, for the academic year 2015/16.

Climate Change pathway option

Due to the growing importance of climate change and its impact on informing national and regional decision making and policy development, we have introduced a specialist pathway – MSc Environmental Management (Climate Change).  An ideal choice if you wish to gain insight into this dynamic area. The climate change pathway assumes no specialist climate change knowledge.

Accredited by Professional Bodies

Accredited by the Institute of Environmental Management and Assessment (IEMA), our MSc Environmental Management course gives you Associate Membership of this professional body, bringing benefits such as free events and publications that keep you updated on important changes in legislation.

In addition, the MSc Environmental Management is also accredited by the Institution of Environmental Sciences (IES) and the Committee of Heads of Environmental Sciences, (CHES). This means that once you enrol on the course, you are automatically eligible for student membership of the Institution, which is free of charge. On completion of the course, student members are automatically eligible to become Associate Members.

 

Postgraduate Certificate/Diploma stage: You must complete four modules:

-Critical Issues in the Environment

-Environmental Management and Audit

-Environmental Policy and Law

-Environmental Pollution and Management Strategies

Also two optional modules from the list below:

-Environmental Noise Assessment

-Regulation of Noise and Vibration

-Waste Management Control

-Environmental Impact Assessment

If you are taking the Climate Change pathway, instead of your two optional modules, you will take:

-Climate Change: Mitigation Strategies

-Climate Change: Drivers, Impacts and Adaptation

Master’s Stage:  To gain the full MSc, you must complete the PG Cert and PG Dip plus the Independent Scholarly Activity which is a triple module, worth 60 credits.

Modules:

Stage 1

– Climate change: drivers, impacts and adaptation (Climate Change Pathway Only)

Code:7EV512

Info:

IMPORTANT: This module is only available if you are studying the MSc Environmental Management (Climate Change).

The aim of this module is to provide a critical analysis of the nature of climate change during the recent past, present and near-future and, in light of likely environmental, economic and social impacts, the range of adaptation strategies that society might adopt. It also seeks to develop a sound understanding of relationships between climate change, impacts and selection of appropriate adaptation strategies extensive use will be made of recent case-studies from developed counties, Economies in Transition (or EITs), and developing countries.

On successful completion of this module, you will be able to:

-Critically assess the current state of knowledge regarding the causes and patterns of climate change over a range of timescales

-Critically review the differential impacts of climate change on human and physical systems, circulation of the atmosphere; global patterns of temperature and precipitation; the greenhouse effect and impacts upon the human realm

-Demonstrate a critical understanding of the range of adaptation strategies that countries and/or regions might adopt to offset the impacts of climate change.

Topics covered may include:

-The climate system: interaction and change.

-Internal and external controls of climate change.

-Human responses to climate change impacts in the context of developed vs. developing economies.

Credits:20

Stage:Stage 1

Core:

Optional module

– Critical Issues in the Environment

Code:7EV507

Info:

This module will be a tutorial-based module where generic aspects will be taught at the beginning to all online students together.  From here you will pick a special topic or relevant work-based aspect and through tutorial learning develop an in-depth appreciation presented in a report or a paper type format. This module offers an opportunity for you to identify, plan and negotiate a topic of learning with regards to some critical issues in the environment. It can be particularly beneficial for you if you are carrying out work-based learning where you can have the opportunity to explore and research a particular topic of interest in detail.

On successful completion of this module, you will be able to:

-Identify and make a study plan to undertake critical analysis on an aspect within the field of environment

-Critically evaluate the literature background for the selected topic within the context of the investigation

-Execute the investigation through a study design through generation of primary data, or a critical evaluation and review of primary/secondary data, and present the findings as a report or research paper.

Topics covered may include:

-Generic Aspects: Global human-environment interactions affecting global environmental issues such as acoustics, environmental pollution, environment risk and impact, energy conservation and management, impacts of environmental contaminants on human health will be outlined.

-Critical Issue Selection: A critical issue will be selected (in consultation with the student, module leader and the teaching team where only certain topics will be available in any one year) from the current areas of expertise available within the subject area (e.g. Climate Change) and the method of study identified.

-Implementation Of The Study: Tutorials will support the investigation through the development of a study proposal and its implementation.

Credits:20

Stage:Stage 1

Core:Core module

– Environmental Management and Audit

Code:7EV509

Info:

This module aims to develop a sound understanding of the importance and application of environmental management systems, within business, enabling you to deal with day-to-day environmental management and auditing work to prepare contingency plans for emergency situations and stakeholder groups. Case studies and group work are important features of the delivery of this module.

On successful completion of this module, you will be able to

-Demonstrate a critical awareness of the importance of, implications of, and tools available to assist in environmental management issues

-Demonstrate an awareness of the role of environmental auditing within business and possess the ability to carry out an environmental audit

-Work effectively with others to assess the impacts of an organisation on the environment and develop an appropriate environmental management system programme for improvement.

-Topics covered may include:

-Environmental and sustainability principles

-Environmental Policy Issues

-Environmental and Sustainability development in a business context

-Use of environmental management and assessment tools

-Processes for effective internal and external stakeholder communication

-Methods to influence behaviour and implement change to improve sustainability.

Credits:20

Stage:

Stage 1

Core:Core module

– Environmental Pollution and Management Strategies (EM)

Code:7EV511

Info:

This module aims to develop a sound capability to evaluate the distribution and impact of a range of contaminants in the different compartments of the environment. Impacts of the use of conventional and renewable energy sources are highlighted in the context of energy conservation and management. The module further aims to contextualise environmental monitoring and assessment towards pollution prevention, control and management.

On successful completion of this module, you will be able to:

-Review and critically assess conventional and renewable energy resources and appreciate the link between energy efficiency, energy conservation and energy management systems

Identify the sources and effects of contaminants in the different compartments of the environment: air, water, land, biota, and critically appreciate the strategies to prevent, control, and manage environmental pollution towards a sustainable environment

Understand and evaluate the application of techniques for environmental monitoring and assessment.

Topics covered may include:

-Environmental Pollutants

-Air Pollution

-Contaminated Land

-Water Pollution

-Noise pollution

-Radiation Pollution

-Energy Conservation and Management

-Human Health Implications

-Environmental Sustainability.

Credits:20

Stage:Stage 1

Core:Core module

Stage 2

– Environmental Impact Assessment

Code:7EV508

Info:

Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) has become an increasingly integral part of the industrial and commercial development process in relation to the delivery of sustainable development.  This module aims to develop a sound appreciation of the importance of conducting EIA, together with an understanding of the techniques by which this can be achieved, in conjunction with an appreciation of what is happening globally in relation to EIA. The environmental assessment of plans and programmes by SEA is also considered.

On successful completion of this module, you will be able to:

-Demonstrate a comprehensive and critical understanding EIA and the importance of the process for delivering sustainable development

-Demonstrate the ability to co-ordinate and prepare an EIA.

-Topics covered may include:

-The origins and background of EIA

-UK planning law and EIA

-Reasons for undertaking EIA as part of the development process

-Importance of project appraisal in the EIA process

-Project screening and scoping

-Impact prediction, evaluation and mitigation within the development

-Participation, presentation and review within the EIA process

-The role of the local public inquiry in the EIA process

-Planning procedures and the preparation of environmental statements

-Environmental assessment in the European Union

-EIA on a global scale.

Credits:20

Stage:Stage 2

Core:Optional module

– The Regulation of Noise and Vibration

Code:7AK504

Info:

This module reviews the legislative framework for noise and vibration for both environmental and workplace applications. It considers aspects related to the national noise incidence and attitude survey, and the recent developments related to the mapping of noise in the UK. Students will be introduced to and acquire an understanding of Environmental Impact assessment methods and the role of IPPC. Furthermore, the module will cover the regulation and assessment of vibration related to environmental and workplace applications.

On successful completion of this module, you will be able to:

-Review and critically evaluate the relevant EU/UK legislative drivers, EIA, IPPC and codes of practice for noise and vibration

-Critically assess the standard noise prediction methods and tools that are used to predict and environmental noise and vibration

Topics covered may include:

-An overview of the European and UK National Policy on environmental assessment and noise

-The impact of planning and building control legislation on environmental noise

-An overview of main legal and administrative frameworks associated with the regulation of noise

-The role of noise prediction and mapping for the control and assessment of environmental noise

-An introduction to environmental impact assessment (EIA) and the evaluation of environmental noise

-Integrated Pollution Prevention Control (IPPC) and the permitting regulations

-The legislative control of noise and vibration at work

-An overview of environmental vibration assessment and standards.

Credits:20

Stage:Stage 2

Core:Optional module

– Waste Management Control

Code:7EL501

Info:

On successful completion of this module you will have a critical understanding of the importance of waste management and the techniques used.  A variety of waste sectors will be examined including: Construction and demolition, agriculture, commercial and household waste. The current options for management of waste: waste prevention, re-use, recycling, composting, landfill and generating energy from waste are reviewed.

On successful completion of this module, you will be able to:

-Demonstrate a comprehensive and critical understanding of EU and UK waste legislation, together with the powers and duties of the enforcement agencies

-Critically assess the nature and issues within the waste sectors including construction and demolition, agricultural, commercial and household waste, together with an understanding of treatment and disposal routes

-Elucidate the current options available and the issues within waste management: waste prevention, re-use, recycling, composting, landfill and generating energy from waste.

Topics covered may include:

-Types of waste, from ‘normal’ domestic refuse to highly toxic and hazardous wastes

-Waste management

-Legislation of waste and the role of the local authorities/enforcement agencies.

-Management options to prevent waste and to promote re-use, recycling, composting and disposal of waste products

-Waste management strategy for the UK

-Effects of waste on the environment and the problem of radioactive waste.

Credits:20

Stage:Stage 2

Core:Optional module

Certificate

– Climate change: Mitigation Strategies (Climate Change Pathway only)

Code:7EV513

Info:

IMPORTANT: This optional module is only available if you are studying the MSc Environmental Management (Climate Change).

The aim of this module is to provide a critical analysis of the nature of mitigation strategies in response to climate change during the present and near-future. It also seeks to  develop a sound understanding of relationships between climate change, impacts and selection of appropriate mitigation strategies and will make use will be made of recent case-studies from developed counties, Economies in Transition (or EITs), and developing countries.

On successful completion of this module, you will be able to:

-Elucidate the threats of climate change over a range at regional and global scales

-Demonstrate a critical understanding of the breadth of mitigation approaches to offset the threats posed by climate change

-Critically assess the effectiveness of mitigation frameworks and strategies that reduce greenhouse gas emissions and implications of doing nothing.

Topics covered may include:

-The climate system: interaction and change; atmospheric, ocean, land, ice, biospheric components including human activity

-Mitigation strategies in the short- and medium-terms (pre-2030), and longer term (post-2030)

-Managing energy supply to mitigate climate change

-Industrial, agricultural and forestry-based mitigation of climate change and the role of emission targets and GHG reduction policies

-The effectiveness of current policies to address GHG emissions

-Mitigation policies and sustainable development.

Credits:20

Stage:Certificate

Core:Optional module

– Environmental Policy and Law

Code:7EV510

Info:

Environmental policy and law is a rapidly expanding field that is central to successful business management. This module allows you to develop knowledge and an understanding of environmental law and its regulation towards the protection of the environment. Environmental problems and policy-making, regulation and management of environmental issues are discussed through a range of examples for the prevention and control of environmental pollution towards sustainable development.

On successful completion of the module, you will be able to critically evaluate the use of the common law system to protect the environment and human health; have a critical understanding of current environmental /health issues and how policy and legislation are used to mitigate the potential impacts. You will also be able to evaluate the role and effectiveness of the main institutions and frameworks for implementing appropriate interventions.

Credits:20

Stage:Certificate

Core:Core module

Diploma

– Environmental Noise Assessment

Code:7AK503

Info:

This module will introduce you to the measurement, prediction, assessment and control of environmental noise. The module will address the current noise descriptors used to assess environmental noise, consider the range of environmental noise sources and critically evaluate the factors which affect their perception and control.

On successful completion of this module, the student will be able to understand, apply and critically review noise indicators, criteria and assessment procedures relevant to environmental noise assessment. You will also be able to critically review the range of noise mitigation techniques appropriate for environmental noise.

Credits:20

Stage:Diploma

Core:Optional module

– Independent Scholarly Activity

Code:7EL995

Info:

This module represents an opportunity for you to apply the knowledge and understanding you have gained from the taught modules within their Programme of study to a specific research based investigation. You will have the opportunity to apply initiative, creative thinking and organisational skills to a specific topic within your MSc programme of study. Early on in the module, emphasis will be placed on the research skills necessary to execute an independent, investigative study. You will be expected to devise a research proposal and then execute the study over a given time frame.

On successful completion of this module, you will be able to demonstrate initiative and critical thinking skills in selecting a problem for investigation and identifying appropriate methodologies for their implementation, Critically evaluate existing literature in the field of enquiry; and collect, interpret and critically evaluate primary/secondary data and discuss its significance in the context of the investigation and of related studies.

Credits:60

Stage:Masters

Core:Core module

You will normally need an undergraduate degree (minimum 2:2). A science or related degree is preferred but a range of degrees will be considered.

If you don’t have this qualification but do have extensive and relevant work experience at an appropriate level, we welcome your application.
You must provide a CV detailing your academic and work experience and a reference from your workplace or the institution where you undertook your previous study. This information should be included as part of your online application.

English language qualifications

You will also normally need one of the following English Language qualifications:

-GCE O level English Language Grade C

-GCSE English Grade C

If English is not your first language you will need an English language qualification. For this course you will need at least one of the following:

-IELTS 6.0

-TOEFL 550 (paper based) 213 (computer based) or 80 (internet based)

-Pearson Test of Academic English: 51

-Cambridge Advanced Certificate: Pass

-London Tests of English: we accept level 5 for postgraduate courses

-International GCE O Level English Language: Grade C

-International GCSE English/English as a Second Language: Grade C

If you have other equivalent English Language qualifications, these may be accepted – please provide full details with your application.

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University of Derby Online Learning (UDOL) specialises in delivering higher education and its objective is to empower students to achieve their full potential through a first class educational experience supported by information, advice and guidance.

University experience enriched with support
UDOL recognises that studying online and at a distance comes with its own challenges and that it’s a very different experience to traditional campus based study. The university´s support services have been designed to ensure that you can make the most of your time at the UDOL; with a wide range of support and information readily accessible.

Student support services include:

– Academic Team and Online Tutor
– Online Learner Advisor
– Student Wellbeing
– IT Service Centre
– eLibrary and Resource Centre
– Study Skills Advisory Scheme
– Skills Diagnostic Self-Assessment Tool
– Careers and Employment Service

Read more below:

Academic Team and Online Tutor
UDOL has a large team of highly qualified academics from around the world, who are experts in their field. They are research active and many of them have a wealth of experience in industry as well as in academia, bringing great value to the programmes. The team also has a high level of expertise in online learning, using best practice techniques combined with online teaching methods to ensure your studies are rich and stimulating.

Online Learner Advisors
Once enrolled onto your course, you will be assigned a dedicated Online Learner Advisor with extensive knowledge of your programme, who will be your main point of contact throughout your course.
To help you succeed in reaching your academic goals, your Online Learner Advisor will maintain regular communication with you, offering advice and guidance for any non-academic issues such as pace of study, fees and funding, authorised breaks from study, dealing with exceptional circumstances, and much more.

Student Wellbeing
Achieving success in your studies is affected as much by your wellbeing as it is by your academic ability. If you are happy and confident within yourself and your environment, then you will be far more able to achieve the success that you deserve.
The Student Wellbeing services offer support for anything that may impact on you, your academic performance or your experience as a student, from budgeting and anxiety to managing serious problems. The counsellors are especially trained in supporting students online, no matter the issue.
For students with disabilities, learning difficulties or long-term or mental health conditions, specialist support is also available. The student wellbeing team will assess your requirements and put Support Plans in place containing reasonable adjustments to the way you are taught or assessed.

IT Service Centre
The IT Service Centre is able to provide assistance if you are experiencing technical difficulties. They are available 24 hours a day so no matter your time zone, IT support is just a call away.

eLibrary and Resource Centre
The University’s library is accessible to online and distance learners. Investment has been made to make sure that your reading lists are in electronic format and that there is a wide range of online databases, digital texts and ejournals available to you.
As a UK based University of Derby student, you can also access other libraries via the SCONUL Access Scheme, which enables materials to be borrowed from higher-education libraries across the country. Many universities, HE colleges and national libraries throughout the UK and Ireland participate in the scheme making their resources widely available.
The library runs a comprehensive schedule of Support Sessions covering a wide range of topics. These live, one hourly webinars cover topics such as study skills, using the virtual library enquiry desk and dealing with assessment anxiety.

Study Skills Advisory Scheme
Developing your study skills is an integral part of studying. It is particularly important if you are returning to study after a long break and lack confidence in this area.
There is a wide range of resources including guides, audio-visual tutorials and live webinars covering:

– Writing essays and reports
– Writing a dissertation or Independent Studies
– Citing and referencing
– Reading and note taking
– Research skills
– Time management and coping with pressure
– Reflection and personal development planning
– And much more…

Skills Diagnostic Self-Assessment tool
To ensure you have the skills needed for online and academic study, our unique study skills diagnostic tool gives you the opportunity, at any point of your studies, to identify the skills that you are strong at and those which you may need additional help with. The tool will direct you to information and assisted support according to your needs.

Careers and Employment Service
Whether you’re just starting your career or are on a well-established pathway, the Careers and Employment Service has lots to offers. Live webinars, career coaching, CV tailoring and online resources are just some of the services that are freely available to help you develop your employability skills and to plan your next career move. The Careers and Employment service is equipped to help you explore what you will need to do to enhance your career and support you in applying for roles.
As an Alumnus of the University, you will have access to the Careers and Employment Centre for up to 3 years after graduation. You can access the service online, over Skype/ Hangout, on the phone, through e-mail or in person at our Derby campus.

Find out more about the careers and employment centre

-Step 1- Start your online application.

It’s free to apply and you have 28 days to complete your application so don’t worry if you don’t have everything to hand right now.

-Step 2 – Submit your online application.

Provide as much detail as you can and we will send you an email acknowledging receipt of your application.

Please, attach the following documents to your online application:

– Photo ID – this could be your passport or driving licence

– Written reference supplied on headed paper from either a manager, supervisor, tutor or teacher

– Copies of certificates or letter of testimony for previous qualifications

Don’t worry if you can’t attach your documents right away.  Simply write your name and unique application id onto them, email, fax or post them to us after you’ve submitted your completed application.

-Step 3 – Wait for a response.

Our Online Learning Advisors will review your application and contact you within 1 working week. If your application is successful, we will make you an ‘unconditional’ offer. If we still need some additional information from you (eg evidence of your qualifications and experience including certificates and references) we may make you a conditional offer. If your application is unsuccessful on this occasion, we will email you to let you know.

-Step 4 – Time to enrol

We’ll ask you to enrol onto your course about 4 – 6 weeks before the start of term.  For example, if you apply to start your course in September enrolment will open approximately mid-August.

-Step 5 – … and pay

Contact us for more details about payments and notes for sponsors.

-Need Help?

If you have any questions during your application, don’t hesitate to contact your friendly Online Learning Advisors for assistance.

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