Environmental Management

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Our course aims to give students:

* An understanding of the scientific principles that underpin environmental management
* An understanding of the economic, social, political and legal frameworks for environmental management
* A sound training in relevant practical, investigative, research and generic skills that are the most sought after by employers.

Structure and content The basic structure is four modules in each of Semesters 1 and 2 followed by a dissertation, with each module worth 15 SCQF credits at level 11.

In Semester 1 students normally take:

* Field Techniques for Environmental Managers
* Analysis of Environmental Data
* Environmental Economics

and either:

* Environmental Impact Assessment
* Environmental Policy and Management

In Semester 2 students take:

* Ecosystem Services

and a choice of three, typically from:

* Conserving Biodiversity
* Environmental Geomatics
* Economics of Climate Change
* Environmental Law and Management Systems
* Soil and Water Management
* Environmental Costs of Energy Production

Students who meet the requirements of the taught course will qualify for the Diploma and may proceed to the MSc. This involves completion of a three-month Research Project, often in collaboration with an outside agency. Students frequently choose a topic complementary to their option selection, allowing them to develop a high level of competence in aspects of environmental management relevant to their future employment.

Delivery and assessment The course is taught primarily by Biological and Environmental Sciences, staff from other departments of the University and visiting professionals from outside agencies.

Assessment is via coursework and examination, and may include teamwork and presentations. Exams are held in December and May, and external examiners may interview students at the end of the spring semester. MSc research projects are submitted in early September.

Recommended reading Glasson et al (2012), Introduction to Environmental Impact Assessment

Example timetable The timetable below is a typical example, but your own timetable may be different.

Full-time students are expected to be at the University most days of the week. Part-time students should be able to dedicate two or three days per week.

There is a compulsory six-day residential field course in Cairngorm in early October.

A minimum of a second class Honours degree in a relevant subject or its equivalent.Consideration is given to other candidates with substantial relevant professional experience. Enquiries are welcome from all prospective students confident in their ability to handle scientific and numerical information. English language requirements If English is not your first language, you must provide evidence of your proficiency such as a minimum IELTS score of 6 (minimum 6 in each skill), or TOEFL: Listening 23, Reading 23, Speaking 23, Writing 23.

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Want to improve your English level for admission?

Prepare for the program requirements with English Online by the British Council.

• ✔️ Flexible study schedule
• ✔️ Experienced teachers
• ✔️ Certificate upon completion

📘 Recommended for students with an IELTS level of 6.0 or below.

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This course is supported with loans from the Student Awards Agency for Scotland (SAAS). For details for your year of entry visit:
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Accreditation

In the most recent Research Assessment Exercise (RAE), 40 percent of research in Biological & Environmental Sciences at Stirling was graded as 'Internationally Excellent' or 'World Class' and a further 50 percent 'Internationally Recognised'.