There is increasing social awareness that we need to understand and improve the management of our environment at the local and global level, now and for the future. The benefits and risks of human impact upon the environment are examined from scientific, social and ethical perspectives. This interdisciplinary course allows for an exchange of ideas between specialist areas such as ecology, environmental studies and geography and makes use of information and communication technology. This approach encourages the development of a wide range of skills enabling students to identify, analyse and solve problems using logical, investigative approaches. Case study topics include global warming, pollution, coastal management, transport issues, biodiversity and agriculture.
Students also have an opportunity to undertake work experience with relevant organisations.
Population Geography Environmental Problem Solving Geomorphology Environmental Biology Urban Planning Issues. Regional Geography and Environmental Policy Work Experience. Landscape Ecology Historical Geography Future of the British Countryside Dissertation. The programme will be of interest to students with a wide range of career aspirations. Recent graduates have gained employment in environmental management, environmental consultancy, planning, education, tourism and conservation.