Sustainable Engineering Management for International Development
Geography, Earth and Environmental Studies
Taught
MSc
Overview
Application Timeline
Tuition
- Year 1
| Student categories | Study | |
|---|---|---|
| Full-time | Part-time | |
| England | £10,650 | N/A |
| Northern Ireland | £10,650 | N/A |
| Scotland | £10,650 | N/A |
| Wales | £10,650 | N/A |
| EU | £21,650 | N/A |
| International | £21,650 | N/A |
Requirements
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Modules
Engineering Technology, Innovation and Application
CoreEngineering in Development Practice
CoreCommunity Engagement
Core
About
Course Overview
The MSc in Sustainable Engineering Management for International Development is a practical course that combines taught elements with a significant project deliverable.
Learning Objectives
Students will develop the ability to:
- Think rapidly and flexibly.
- Act decisively in situations with incomplete information.
- Improve quality of life through engineering solutions.
Global Context
Most construction activities occur in developing countries, particularly in the Southern Hemisphere, which face numerous challenges:
- Extreme poverty
- Food shortages
- Manmade climate change
- Irreversible loss of biodiversity
Course Aim
This course...
Subject Area Information
Environmental management is an interdisciplinary field that focuses on the sustainable management of natural resources and the mitigation of human impacts on the environment.
1. Introduction to Environmental Management
2. Environmental Policy and Regulation
3. Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)
4. Sustainable Resource Management
5. Climate Change and Adaptation
6. Environmental Economics
7. Waste Management and Pollution Control
8. Biodiversity Conservation
- Understanding of ecological systems
- Environmental ethics
- Policy analysis
- Regulatory compliance
- Conducting EIAs
- Report writing
- Stakeholder engagement
- Resource conservation techniques
- Sustainable agriculture practices
- Ecosystem management
- Climate modeling
- Adaptation planning
- Economic analysis
- Valuation of ecosystem services
- Waste treatment methods
- Pollution control technologies
- Species monitoring
- Habitat restoration
- Data analysis and GIS
- Project management
- Communication and advocacy
- Research methods
Career
Graduates of environmental management programs can pursue a variety of careers focused on addressing environmental challenges and promoting sustainability.
Environmental Consultant
Advising businesses and governments on environmental best practices and compliance.
Sustainability Manager
Developing and implementing sustainability initiatives within organizations.
Conservation Scientist
Working to protect natural habitats and wildlife.
Environmental Policy Analyst
Analyzing and developing policies to address environmental issues.
Climate Change Analyst
Researching and developing strategies to mitigate and adapt to climate change.
Waste Management Specialist
Designing and managing waste disposal and recycling programs.
Environmental Educator
Teaching and raising awareness about environmental issues.
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