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MSc - Master of Science
Main Site - Highfield Campus
Full Time
SEP-25
1 year
Select a course option
MSc - Master of Science
Main Site - Highfield Campus
Full Time
SEP-25
1 year
Select a an exam type
Explore Environmental Pollution Control at a global top 100 (QS World University Rankings 2024) university.
This MSc in Environmental Pollution Control provides excellent training for careers in air, water, and waste pollution management.
The ability to accurately monitor emissions to the environment and mitigate their harmful impacts sits at the heart of this master’s degree.
You'll explore the scientific basis of pollution and practical approaches to its control. Through the optional modules, you’ll get the chance to learn about the legal and business framework and the many environments affected by pollution.
On completing the course, you will be able to understand:
- The importance of environmental concepts, terms, principles, and methods
- The value of using techniques and ideas in different subject disciplines
- The socio-economic context of environmental issues and the legal framework for environmental regulation
- The contribution of science, engineering, and communication to the identification and understanding of environmental issues and concerns
- The human causes and consequences of environmental impacts
- General environmental concerns, including biodiversity
- Environmental limits to economic or population growth
This course develops the professional skills required for a rewarding career as an environmental scientist in air, water and waste pollution management.
You'll graduate primed to start your career or to continue your exploration in research.
At Southampton, assessments are designed to equip you with the skills you need for success in your career.
Depending on the modules you choose, you'll be assessed through a combination of essays, reports, policy briefs, impact statements, environmental management (iso14001) audits, literature reviews, journal articles, presentations, practical and written examinations.
Upper Second Class Honours degree in a science related subject from an approved University. IELTS 6.5 overall, with no less than 6.0 in any component. Applications are assessed on an individual basis and we encourage candidates with alternative qualifications plus relevant experience in the environmental sector to apply.
Students living in
Domestic
£9,250 per year
Students from Domestic
This is the fee you pay if the University is in the same country that you live in (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland)
£30,300 per year
Students from EU
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.
£30,300 per year
Students from International
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.
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