University of Derby
Environmental Assessment and Control MSc
University of Derby

Course modalities offered

Key Course Facts

Course Description

Choose a route to suit you: our MSc is ideal for recent graduates seeking a full-time postgraduate course and for mature students already in employment wanting to balance part-time studies with work commitments.

Our innovative MSc focuses on how to prevent and control the contamination of land and freshwater. With its strong emphasis on applying scientific knowledge to real-world problems, it offers you the chance to specialise in an increasingly important environmental field.

  • Study on a course which is recognised for high professional standards: our MSc is accredited by the Institution of Environmental Sciences
  • Gain a specialist qualification to advance your career with government bodies, local authorities, consultancies and industry – in the UK and overseas
  • Gain an in-depth and holistic understanding of policies and strategies to assess, prevent, manage and control land and freshwater contamination
  • Apply your knowledge to real-world situations and evaluate the outcomes to make effective strategic decisions
  • Undertake work placements with employers in a range of settings for practical-based training and practitioner-based learning
  • Learn from an expert teaching team who conduct crucial research and consultancy work on environmental themes
  • Embark on a pathway towards becoming a Chartered Environmentalist or Chartered Scientist
  • Choose a route to suit you: our MSc is ideal for recent graduates seeking a full-time postgraduate course and for mature students already in employment wanting to balance part-time studies with work commitments

Entry Requirements / Admissions

Requirements for international students / English requirements

IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)

    • 6.5
    • All Degrees

Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study Environmental Assessment and Control, MSc, if you do not meet the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements.

Costs

Tuition Fees Environmental Assessment and Control MSc

EU £14900 year 1
England UK £9600 year 1
Northern Ireland £9600 year 1
Scotland £9600 year 1
Wales £9600 year 1
International £14900 year 1

Average student cost of living in the UK

Rent £518
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) £50
Supermarket shopping £81
Clothing £35
Eating out £33
Alcohol £27
Takeaways / food deliveries £30
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) £24
Holidays and weekend trips £78
Transport within city £17
Self-care / sports £20
Stationary / books £13
Mobile phone / internet £13
Cable TV / streaming £7
Insurance £51
Other £95
  
Average student cost of living £1092

London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.

About University of Derby

The University of Derby is a publicly owned university located in the city of Derby, England. The university’s main campus is in Allestree, a suburbian zone in Derby itself, and is situated directly opposite the popular Markeaton Park where many students enjoy going for a walk in their free time.

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undergraduates:
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postgraduates:
2515
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15670
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Where is this programme taught

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