Our MSc Environmental Pollution Control course provides excellent training for careers in air, water and waste pollution management. Students explore the scientific basis of pollution and practical approaches to its control. Through the optional modules you’ll get the chance to learn about the legal and business framework and the many environments affected by pollution.

The ability to accurately monitor emissions to the environment and mitigate their harmful impacts sits at the heart of this diverse environmental science master’s degree.

On completing the course, you should be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of:

• the importance of environmental concepts, terms, principles and methods
• the value of using techniques and ideas in different subject disciplines
• the socio-economic context of environmental issues and the legal framework for environmental regulation
• the contribution of science, engineering or communication to the identification, understanding of environmental issues and concerns
• the human causes and consequences of environmental impacts
• general environmental concerns, which may include: biodiversity; environmental limits to economic or population growth

This course develops the professional skills required for a rewarding career as an environmental scientist in air, water and waste pollution management.

Our graduates have the skills to manage complex problems, work with diverse stakeholders, and understand the challenges of interdisciplinary working. They are sought after for roles in:

• environmental control and monitoring
• water resource management
• pollution control
• carbon management
• sustainable waste management
• sustainable energy
• ecological management

As well as broader sectors such as the food, buildings, energy, telecoms and water industries.

If you’re interested in PhD study, our master’s programmes will prepare you for continued postgraduate studies in environmental or sustainability topics.