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Overview
This Environmental Science and Society module at the University of Surrey will outline the underlying science behind specific environmental problems such as climate change, ozone depletion and biodiversity loss and give an overview of the scientific approaches to diagnosis, analysis and solution of environmental problems.
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of this module, you will be able to:
- Recognise the importance of science to the debates on sustainable development
- Articulate the scientific dimensions of policy responses to environmental problems
- Identify the complexities of sustainable development inherent in the science / policy interface
- Carry out a basic environmental risk assessment.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Ecology and biodiversity
- Thermodynamics of ecosystems and human systems
- Pollution science
- The science of climate change
- The science of ozone depletion
- Environmental risk assessment
- Scientific uncertainty and the development processes for environmental policy
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 5 days
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
Language
English
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Guildford, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Environmental Sciences View 45 other Short Courses in Environmental Sciences in United KingdomWhat students do after studying
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
- There are no entry requirements if you are taking this as a standalone module.
Tuition Fees
Additional Details
- Fees are to be confirmed.
Living costs
Guildford
United Kingdom
660 - 1140 GBP / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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