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Open University Diploma of Higher Education in Environmental Science
Open University

Diploma of Higher Education in Environmental Science

Online United Kingdom

2 up to 4 Years

English

Full time, Part time

09 Jan 2025

Feb 2025

GBP 14,544 *

Distance Learning

* total cost; part-time at a rate of 60 credits is £3,636 per year

Key Summary

    About: The Diploma of Higher Education in Environmental Science focuses on the principles of environmental science, combining theoretical knowledge with practical skills. Students engage with key topics such as ecology, conservation, and sustainable practices. This 2-year program emphasizes hands-on learning through fieldwork and laboratory experiences.
    Career Outcomes: Graduates can expect diverse career paths in fields like environmental consultancy, conservation management, and ecological research. Opportunities may also arise in governmental and non-governmental organizations focused on sustainability and environmental policy.

Introduction

This interdisciplinary diploma combines science studies in biology, geography and chemistry, with aspects of technology and social science to help you understand the whole picture. You’ll study the problems we face in understanding our natural environment and living sustainably, as well as developing your scientific, interpretive and creative thinking skills.

Key features

  • Accredited by the Chartered Institution of Water and Environmental Management (CIWEM)
  • Enhance your scientific, interpretive and creative-thinking skills
  • Investigate the science of the natural environment and our relationship with it
  • Explore local and global environmental issues
  • Acquire practical experience at a field school (on-site in the UK or online)

Accessibility

We make all our qualifications as accessible as possible and have a comprehensive range of services to support all our students. The Diploma of Higher Education in Environmental Science uses a variety of study materials and has the following elements:

  • studying a mixture of printed and online material – online learning resources may include websites, audio/video media clips, and interactive activities such as online quizzes
  • using mathematical and scientific expressions, notations and associated techniques
  • using and/or producing diagrams and/or screenshots
  • undertaking practical work or using an online laboratory
  • working with specialist reading material such as scientific journals
  • using specialist software
  • working in a group with other students
  • finding external/third-party material online.

Accreditation

Accredited by the Chartered Institution of Water and Environmental Management (CIWEM).

How long it take

  • Part-time study - 4 years
  • Full-time study - 2 years
  • Time limit - 12 years
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