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This project module is the final part of our Master of Environmental Science (M05) and is entirely online. You’ll conduct an in-depth investigation into an environmental science topic of your choice, consolidating your knowledge, skills and interests from earlier modules. Basing your study on primary data and current research findings, you can obtain your data through your investigative work or from other sources (e.g. an external online database). Throughout, you’ll have a supervisor's support and guidance by email and telephone.
The study materials guide on:
Your first two assessments will involve developing (with the help of your tutor) a proposal for a project on your chosen topic. Two further assessments will help you keep your project on track as you collect, analyse and start to write up. Feedback from your tutor will help you develop your project.
You’ll need to check the module website and online forums frequently. The module also includes group discussions on forums and in online tutorials.
This module is an opportunity to choose and become an expert in an area of environmental science that interests you while developing existing skills from earlier modules as you conduct your research.
This module prepares you for further research or career advancement in environmental science. It will develop skills and knowledge relevant to employment within the environmental science industry, informing and strengthening professional practice.
You’ll get help and support from an assigned tutor throughout your module.
They’ll help by:
Course work includes:
You’ll have access to a module website, which includes:
You’ll have the choice of generating your own data (e.g., through fieldwork) or using external primary data. If you carry out your own data collection, you’ll need to provide any required equipment and ensure that it’s safe and fit-for-purpose.
You can only study this module as part of specific Open University qualifications.
S840 is a compulsory module in our:
Project for Master of Environmental Science (S840) starts once a year – in November.
It will next start in November 2026.
We expect it to start for the last time in November 2031.
As a student of The Open University, you should be aware of the content of the academic regulations, which are available on our Student Policies and Regulations website.
You must have completed the following modules before starting this module:
You may find the following books helpful before and during your studies:
To find out more about what kind of support and adjustments might be available, contact us or visit our disability support pages.
If you’re using printed materials as part of reasonable adjustments to support your studies, note that printed versions of online materials are unavailable for this module.
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07 Nov 202630 Sep 202708 Oct 2026£3,855
If you study this module as part of an eligible qualification, you can apply for a postgraduate loan to support your study costs. To find out more, see Postgraduate loans in England.
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Over 30,000 employers have used the OU to develop staff so far. If the module you’ve chosen is geared towards your job or developing your career, you could approach your employer to see if they will sponsor you by paying some or all of the fees.
You can pay part or all of your tuition fees upfront with a debit or credit card when you register for each module.
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Please note: your permanent address/domicile will affect your fee status and, therefore, the fees you are charged and any financial support available to you. The fee information provided here is valid for modules starting before 31 July 2027. Fees typically increase annually. For further information about the University's fee policy, visit our Fee Rules.
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