Atmosphere, Ocean and Climate
Geography, Earth and Environmental Studies
Taught
MSc
Taught
MSc
Overview
Application Timeline
Tuition
- Whole course
| Student categories | Study | |
|---|---|---|
| Full-time | Part-time | |
| Republic of Ireland | £12,800 | £12,800 |
| EU | £30,950 | £30,950 |
| England | £12,800 | £12,800 |
| Northern Ireland | £12,800 | £12,800 |
| Scotland | £12,800 | £12,800 |
| Wales | £12,800 | £12,800 |
| Channel Islands | £12,800 | £12,800 |
| International | £30,950 | £30,950 |
Requirements
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Modules
Fundamentals of Weather and Climate
CoreFundamentals of Modelling and Data Analysis
CoreFluid Dynamics of the Atmosphere and Oceans
Core
About
This program offers a comprehensive understanding of the climate system, preparing students for careers in meteorology and climate science.
Course Focus
- Quantitative Weather Processes: Understanding the physical processes that produce weather.
- Climate Fundamentals: Learning the physical and dynamical components of climate.
- Modeling Techniques: Utilizing numerical and computational methods for climate modeling.
Career Preparation
The course equips students with scientific and analytical skills necessary to:
- Mitigate hazardous weather impacts.
- Analyze the effects of climate change on phenomena like the jet stream.
- Explore various fields
Subject Area Information
Meteorology is the scientific study of the atmosphere that focuses on weather processes and forecasting. It combines elements of physics, chemistry, mathematics, and environmental science to understand and predict atmospheric phenomena.
1. Introduction to Meteorology
2. Atmospheric Physics
3. Weather Analysis and Forecasting
4. Climatology
5. Severe Weather
6. Hydrometeorology
7. Environmental Meteorology
- Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze and interpret meteorological data.
- Technical Proficiency: Proficiency in using meteorological instruments and software for weather prediction.
- Critical Thinking: Skills to assess and predict weather patterns and their potential impacts.
- Communication: Ability to effectively communicate weather forecasts and warnings to the public and stakeholders.
Career
A course in meteorology equips students with a deep understanding of atmospheric processes and the skills necessary to predict and analyze weather and climate.
Meteorologist
Working for government agencies, private weather services, or media outlets to forecast weather and study atmospheric phenomena.
Climate Scientist
Researching climate change and its impacts on the environment and society.
Environmental Consultant
Advising businesses and governments on environmental policies and practices.
Hydrologist
Studying the distribution and movement of water in the atmosphere and on Earth.
Emergency Management Specialist
Developing plans and strategies to respond to severe weather events and natural disasters.
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