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MSc - Master of Science
Belfast Campus
Online
JAN
3 years
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MSc - Master of Science
Belfast Campus
Online
JAN
3 years
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With over 30 years’ experience of teaching Environmental Toxicology, and 19 years teaching via online distance learning, the course team has a significant track record in Ecotoxicology education. This course investigates why pollution occurs, what the risks are to both humans and the environment, and what approaches to management we might have. The specific objectives of the course are to develop an understanding of: • The general mechanisms of toxicity. • The basis of setting environmental quality standards. • The behaviour of contaminants in water, air and soil. • The legislative controls on contaminants. • Analysing large datasets using techniques such as Geographic Infomation Systems.
For entry on to the PgDip: You must hold an honours degree in a science or other suitable discipline or demonstrate your ability to undertake the course through the accreditation of prior experiential learning (APEL). Entry to the MSc: You initially register for the Postgraduate Diploma (PgDip) and if you complete the PgDip with an overall mark of 50% or higher you can proceed to the MSc programme.
Students living in
Domestic
£2,335 per year
Students from Domestic
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£5,936 per year
Students from EU
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£5,936 per year
Students from International
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