Programme Overview
Our MSc in Environment and Business will give you an in-depth understanding of environmental management and policy. Emphasis is on the practical application of environmental management so you can help businesses develop sustainable best practices. We’ll prepare you for a successful career in the emerging environmental sector.
Your technical and management skills will help you identify and manage opportunities that maximise sustainable development and minimise environmental impact. The focus is on how to help businesses prosper both financially and sustainably.
You’ll deepen your research skills and techniques by completing a dissertation on a topic you want to explore further, supported by our academic staff
Designed and delivered by a multi-disciplinary team of leading academics, the course is supported by input from real-world industrial practitioners. We have many years’ experience in both environmental and business postgraduate education, and a high research rating in Environmental Science in Scotland.
This MSc extends your understanding of business skills that help protect the environment as part of your career. You’ll graduate able to embrace and manage sustainable challenges within your chosen field.
The programme can be studied full time for one year or over two years part-time.
How the Course Works
Full-time on-campus students will complete the degree in one year: The academic year consists of three terms with the Master’s dissertation module completed in term three.
Part-time on-campus students will complete the degree in two years: Year one consists of two terms, and Year two of three terms with the Master's dissertation module completed in the final term.
The Master’s project is an independent research project under guidance of supervisors.
Learning and Assessment
The taught course will be assessed using a combination of written coursework, presentations, examinations and portfolios, and a written dissertation. Formal examinations, class tests and reports will also feature where relevant.
You’ll be exposed to a variety of teaching, learning and assessment practices throughout the programme. This includes lectures, seminars, written/oral presentations and project work.
Field trips and industrial visits are used to develop appreciation of the practical application of research methods and data analysis.
Upon Graduation, You Will Have the Knowledge and Skills To Effectively:
- Address the major challenges of managing complex construction projects for the built environment.
- Critically evaluate project proposals for building developments.
- Investigate the issues of environmental impact and sustainable design within construction practices.
- Deliver construction solutions efficiently while balancing concerns such as planning, budgeting, environmental safety, manpower and construction materials.
- Lead projects in senior positions.
- Understand all technical and practical aspects needed to manage a successful construction project from start to finish.
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