Innovation to Net Zero (Online) | University Certificate in Professional Development

Program Overview

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Course overview

The government has provided funding for this course, independent of any previous or current funding you may have for educational purposes. You can apply for short course funding if you are currently in education, or already qualified to degree, master’s or PhD level. If you are funding this course with a student loan you also need to meet student loan eligibility criteria. Find out more about short course loans

You focus on sustainable remediation strategies for air, water and land pollution in terms of environmental management and sustainable engineering.

This course is part of a series to develop your skills in sustainable engineering, digital engineering, sustainable manufacturing, Industry 4.0 and process automation.

You develop the knowledge and skills needed by employers and the economy.

This course is ideal if you are:

a school or further education college leaver wanting to explore a subject before committing to a full degree

unemployed and wanting to develop skills to improve your employability

a teacher looking to refresh your knowledge in a subject, or to learn new skills

in work and your performance can be enhanced by learning new knowledge and skills

returning to education after a break

currently in higher education and would like to compliment your skillset with additional knowledge and skills.

If you are funding this course with a student loan you also need to meet student loan eligibility criteria.

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Program Outline

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Extracted Information: Innovation to Net Zero (Online), UCPD, Online learning course | Teesside University

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Degree Overview

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Overview:

This online University Certificate in Professional Development (UCPD) focuses on exploring innovation in sustainability, the environmental impacts of industrial and human activities, and the need for sustainable approaches in environmental engineering solutions.

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Objectives:

• Understand the importance of sustainability in engineering.
• Address environmental impacts from industrial and human activities.
• Implement sustainable approaches in environmental engineering.
• Learn sustainable remediation strategies for air, water, and land pollution.

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Description:

• This online short course is designed for those interested in exploring a subject before committing to a full degree, enhancing employability, refreshing existing knowledge, or acquiring new skills.
• It is delivered through a blended learning approach combining online lectures, online classes, and synchronous online classes.
• It delves into the theoretical foundations of sustainable engineering through interactive lectures and problem-solving seminars.

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Outline

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Content:

• Sustainable engineering principles
• Environmental impacts of industrial and human activities
• Sustainable remediation strategies for air, water, and land pollution
• Sustainable engineering solutions in the context of environmental management

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Structure:

• 12 weeks duration
• One-hour recorded online lecture per week
• Two-hour online classes on Wednesdays (4:00 PM - 6:00 PM) and Thursdays (6:00 PM - 8:00 PM) for Weeks 1-10
• Two-hour synchronous online classes on Thursdays (6:00 PM - 8:00 PM) for Weeks 11-12

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Modules:

• Each week focuses on specific aspects of sustainable engineering and related environmental challenges.
• The course syllabus and detailed module information are not provided in the given context.

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Assessment

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Methods:

• Coursework
• Practical work
• Assessments

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Criteria:

• Subject knowledge
• Critical thinking
• Skills acquisition

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Teaching

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Methods:

• Online lectures
• Online classes
• Synchronous online classes
• Interactive problem-solving seminars

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Faculty:

The specific instructors for this online program are not mentioned in the context.

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Unique approaches:

• Personalized support plans for individual learners.
• Regular feedback and guidance from tutors throughout the course.
• A live activity feed for updates and announcements.
• Opportunities for collaboration and discussion with fellow students in online forums.

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Careers

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Opportunities:

• Develop skills needed by employers in sustainable engineering fields.
• Enhance career prospects in related industries.
• Opportunity to apply for a degree program with potential credit transfer.

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Other

• This program is funded by the government and may be eligible for short course funding depending on individual circumstances.
• Participants will have access to a dedicated virtual learning environment (VLE) for accessing course materials, engaging in discussions, and receiving support.

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Additional program features:

• Can be accessed on smartphones, tablets, and computers.
• Offers flexible learning to accommodate individual schedules.
• Easy-to-use and interactive interface with progress tracking features.
• Dedicated tutor support for a seamless learning experience.

For detailed and up-to-date information, please visit the official Teesside University website or contact the program coordinator directly.

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Tuition Fees and Payment Information:

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For UK/EU Applicants:

• The fee for this online course is £1,500.

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For International Applicants:

• The fee for international applicants is also £1,500.

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Payment Information:

• No additional information is provided about payment methods or deadlines.

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Other:

• It is important to note that the government is providing funding for this course, independent of any previous or current educational funding you may have.
• You can apply for short course funding if you are currently in education, or already qualified to degree, master’s or PhD level.
• If you are funding this course with a student loan, you also need to meet student loan eligibility criteria.

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Note:

• The answer is based on the information provided in the context.
If you require more specific information about tuition fees and payment methods, please contact Teesside University directly using the contact information provided on the webpage.