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Overview
We face many environmental science challenges ranging from climate change and ecosystem impacts to re-using resources and pollution.
Many of these challenges present seemingly unsolvable wicked problems.
In this Environmental Science Challenges module from The Open University UK you’ll choose five topics to study, including the option to learn about Geographic Information Systems (GIS) or gain credit for external courses, work experience, citizen science or a self-directed project.
There will also be an engaging group project. The skills covered are directly relevant to employability, voluntary work and good citizenship.
What's included
You’ll have access to a module website, which includes:- course-specific module materials and activities
- audio and video content
- assessment details and submission section
- online tutorial access
- module discussion area.
Programme Structure
Topics:
- Climate change
- Conservation
- External opportunities and self-directed
- Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and remote sensing
- Impact of volcanoes
- Pollution
- The circular economy
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 9 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before
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Language
English
Credits
30 alternative credits
Delivered
Online
Disciplines
Environmental Economics & Policy Environmental Management Environmental Sciences View 38 other Short Courses in Environmental Economics & Policy in United KingdomAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
- S831 is a masters-level module; therefore, you need good knowledge of and well-developed skills in environmental science or environmental management obtained through OU levels 1–3 study or another higher education institution. We may ask for evidence of this.
- You should also be prepared to develop your independent learning and collaboration skills.
- We strongly recommend you check your background and experience are sufficient to tackle this module. We’ve found that appropriately prepared students have the best chance of completing their studies and get the most enjoyment from the module.
Tuition Fee
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International
2415 GBP/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 2415 GBP for the full programme during 9 months. -
National
2415 GBP/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 2415 GBP for the full programme during 9 months.
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