Environment and Sustainability Certificate course
Middlesbrough , United Kingdom
Tuition Fee
Start Date
Medium of studying
Duration
28.0 days
Program Facts
Program Details
Degree
Courses
Major
Environmental Sciences | Sustainability | Environmental Planning
Area of study
Natural Science
Timing
Full time
Course Language
English
Intakes
| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-07-02 | - |
About Program
Program Overview
The Environment and Sustainability Certificate Course at Teesside University is a 10-credit program designed to provide students with a foundation in environmental and sustainability principles. Delivered through lectures and seminars, the program covers topics such as Earth's structure, energy, and human population. Assessment is through a written exam, and the program is suitable for students aged 16 or older.
Program Outline
Extracted Information from Environment and Sustainability Certificate Course at Teesside University
Degree Overview:
- Overview: This module aims to equip students with the necessary knowledge and skills in environment and sustainability to prepare them for their first year in a science or engineering course in Higher Education or to enhance their current studies.
- Objectives:
- Consolidate and reinforce fundamental environment and sustainability principles and concepts.
- Prepare students for further studies in science or engineering related fields.
- Equip students with knowledge and skills applicable to various science and engineering disciplines.
Outline:
- Content: The program delves into topics such as:
- Earth's structure
- Lithosphere and plate tectonics
- Geological processes and cycles
- The atmosphere
- The hydrosphere
- Energy
- Human population and pollution
- Structure:
- 10 credits
- Level: 4
- Offered through Summer University
- Runs for four weeks (Tuesdays and Thursdays) from July 2nd, 6-9 pm
- Delivered through a combination of lectures and seminars
- Modules:
- No individual modules listed in the provided text.
Assessment:
- Assessment method: Written exam
- Exam duration: 2 hours (including 5 minutes reading time)
- Exam format: A series of short answer questions covering the theoretical aspects of the module, requiring factual recall, application, and explanations. Numerical skills will also be assessed.
Teaching:
- Teaching methods: Lectures and seminars
- Faculty: Information regarding the specific faculty members was not found within the provided context.
- Unique approaches: No specific unique teaching approaches were mentioned.
Careers:
- Potential career paths: Information about potential career paths related to this program was not provided within the text.
- Opportunities and outcomes: No specific opportunities or outcomes associated with the program completion were found in the provided context.
Other:
- Age restriction: Applicants are advised to be 16 or older at the time of enrollment.
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Admission Requirements
Entry Requirements
EU Home Students:
- A minimum of five GCSE passes at grade 4 or above, to include English Language and Mathematics.
- Completion of a relevant Access course with a minimum of 45 credits at level 3.
- Successful completion of a science or engineering foundation year.
- Relevant experience or qualifications will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
International Overseas Students (Outside the EU):
- An International Baccalaureate with a minimum total score of 24 points, to include a minimum of 14 points in three higher-level subjects.
- An A-Level qualification with a minimum of three Grade C passes.
- A High School Diploma with a minimum overall average of 70% and completion of 3 Advanced Placement (AP) exams with a score of 3 or above.
- Completion of a recognized English language proficiency test with the following minimum scores: IELTS (Academic): 6.0 overall, with no less than 5.5 in any component; TOEFL (IBT): 80 overall, with no less than 20 in reading and writing sections.
Additional Requirements for All Applicants:
- Applicants who have been out of education for more than two years may be asked to provide evidence of recent study or relevant experience.
- All applicants are required to complete a personal statement.
- International applicants may also need to provide a copy of their visa.
Language Proficiency Requirements:
EU Home Students:
- There are no specific language proficiency requirements for EU home students.
International Overseas Students (Outside the EU):
- All international students whose first language is not English are required to demonstrate proficiency in English. This can be done by achieving the minimum required score in one of the following English language proficiency tests:
- International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic): Overall score of 6.0, with no less than 5.5 in any component.
- Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL iBT): Overall score of 80, with no less than 20 in reading and writing sections.
Please Note:
- The entry requirements listed above are for guidance purposes only and may be subject to change.
- All applicants are advised to check the university website for the most up-to-date entry requirements.
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