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The Aquatic Environments MRes is a one-year full-time or two-year part-time program that focuses on research in aquatic environmental sciences. The core of the program is a significant research project that you will conduct alongside smaller taught modules. Graduates are well-equipped for careers in research, industry, the public sector, and academia. The program provides a solid foundation for further research studies (PhD) and prepares graduates with essential skills for various professional roles.
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Outline:
The Aquatic Environments MRes is a one-year full-time or two-year part-time program that focuses on research in aquatic environmental sciences. The core of the program is a significant research project (140 credits) that you will conduct alongside smaller taught modules (40 credits).
Structure:
- Term 1: Attend seminars and workshops on developing your research proposal, academic writing, and research methodologies. This culminates in submitting a full research proposal. Additionally, you will take specialist taught courses.
- Rest of the year: Work on your research project, participate in evaluating research papers, and attend seminars.
Part-time:
The research project and evaluating research module are spread over the two-year study period, but you should complete your research training and project proposal within the first year.
Modules:
- Core:
- Research project
- Evaluating Research in Environment and Geoscience
- Options:
- Policy and Implementation in Town Planning
- Sustainable Urbanism in Coastal Communities
- Sustainable Construction
- Issues in Ecology and Conservation
- Advanced Taxonomy and Survey Skills
- Microbiology, Ecotoxicology and Environmental Remediation
- Introduction to GIS
- Applications in GIS
- Applied Remote Sensing
- Contested Natures and Social Justice
- Independent Study
- Environmental Impact Assessment
- Environmental Management in Organisations
- Environmental Policy and Law
- Case Studies in Environmental Assessment and Management
- Controversies in Science
- Hydrology and Pollutant Transport
- Water Quality Analysis
- Wastewater Treatment Technology
- Water and Water Reuse Treatment Technology
- Atmosphere, Weather and Climate
Teaching:
The program utilizes diverse teaching methods including:
- Seminars
- Workshops
- Fieldwork
- Independent research
- Group work
- Individual supervision The program benefits from the expertise of a dedicated academic team specializing in aquatic environmental science research. Additionally, guest lectures and industry collaborations enrich the learning experience.
Careers:
Graduates of the program are well-equipped for careers in research, industry, the public sector, and academia. The program provides a solid foundation for further research studies (PhD) and prepares graduates with essential skills for various professional roles, such as:
- Environmental consultant
- Policy analyst
- Research scientist
- Project manager
- Educator
Other:
- The program is designed to maximize both your personal and professional potential.
- Graduates develop valuable research-based training and transferable skills.
- The program is interdisciplinary, drawing on expertise in geosciences, ecology, geography, and engineering.
- Students benefit from access to specialist facilities, including:
- Geology, soil, and water analysis labs
- Public health and geochemical analysis labs
- Air and water quality monitoring sites
- Environmental hydraulics labs
- Microscopy suite
- Computer suite with GIS and remote-sensing software
- Bench-scale experimental treatment rigs
- Gamma spectroscopy
- Carbon analysis
- Experimental river basin
- Flumes
- Terrestrial laser scanners
- Field survey equipment and drones
- Atmospheric observatory
- The program emphasizes student-led research, encouraging independent thinking and problem-solving skills.
Phone:
01273 644644
Course fees UK/EU (full-time) 8,400 GBP International (full-time)15,900 GBP
