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Grow a rich, scientific understanding of the environment and learn how to tackle topical problems with our MEnv integrated masters degree.

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16-18 hours per week	32-36 hours per week	February 2027

In our Master of Engineering (MEng) degree, you'll specialise in management, modelling and applications, environmental engineering, or mechanics and materials.

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16-18 hours per week	April 2027

Study environmental science with business to tackle climate and sustainability challenges, and prepare for careers across industry, policy and public service.

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16-18 hours per week	32-36 hours per week	February 2027

In this specialist route through our natural sciences degree, you'll investigate topics such as global warming, water resources, pollution and conservation.

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16-18 hours per week	32-36 hours per week	February 2027

Our environmental science degree teaches you about ecosystems, environmental patterns and processes, and how to address important ecological issues.

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16-18 hours per week	32-36 hours per week	February 2027

Our environmental science diploma teaches you about ecosystems, environmental patterns and processes, and how to address important ecological issues.

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16-18 hours per week	32-36 hours per week	February 2027

This diploma will develop your knowledge and understanding of the social, political, economic, scientific and technological issues at the heart of contemporary environmental problems.

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16-18 hours per week	32-36 hours per week	February 2027

Practical and creative, you'll use online design studios, social networking and study materials to develop your creative design thinking and build a portfolio.

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16-18 hours per week	32-36 hours per week	February 2027

Our environment certificate combines science, technology and social science to explore the complexities of the natural and built environments in which we live.

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16-18 hours per week	32-36 hours per week	February 2027

Our natural sciences certificate is a multidisciplinary course that introduces the branches of science, including biology, chemistry, and physics.

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16-18 hours per week	32-36 hours per week	February 2027

Enrich your creative design thinking and assemble a small portfolio of design work to showcase your ideas and skills.

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16-18 hours per week	32-36 hours per week	February 2027

An introduction to study of the environment; explore the issues arising from environmental change and how they are being addressed.

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16-18 hours per week	January 2027

You’ll examine the conditions affecting planet Earth’s habitability, the dynamics that are compromising it, and what can be done to restore it.

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16-18 hours per week

This module explores how social science perspectives change the way we understand and respond to the major environmental challenges of our time.

Part-time
16-18 hours per week

Designed to develop academic skills for further study, this introductory module offers insights into a range of subject areas, including science, engineering and design, environment, mathematics, computing and IT.

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Less than 16 hours per week	January 2027

Improve your study Skills and prepare for OU qualifications in Science, Engineering and Design, Environment, Mathematics and Technology.

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Less than 16 hours per week	May 2027

This module explores the main policies that have been formulated in response to environmental problems such as climate change, ozone depletion and loss of biodiversity.

Part-time
Less than 16 hours per week

Learn to teach for climate action across disciplines, support student skills, and create a climate education action plan.

Part-time	Earliest Start date:
Less than 16 hours per week	August 2026

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Environment: journeys through a changing world

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