IELTS: 6 (min 5.5 in all areas)
Pearson: 59 (59 in all sub scores)
BrunELT: 58% (min 55% in all areas)
TOEFL: 77 (min R18, L17, S20, W17)
Our planet is constantly evolving. What are the major challenges faced by our global environment and how are todays actions going to affect tomorrow’s world? Follow your passion to make a difference by studying for an Environmental Sciences MSci. From deforestation to waste disposal or natural resource depletion to global warming, Brunel’s Environmental Sciences MSci will provide you with the foundations to pursue a career that makes a difference to our world.
Studying for an MSci means that you’ll graduate with an integrated master’s. From your employers perspective you’ll stand out from the crowd because you’ll have developed your skills to a greater depth than you would on the BSc. The MSci will give you the chance to specialise in an important Environmental Science area of your choice. At Brunel you’ll develop your scientific skills in the classroom, laboratory and through field work.
Your course is based on the 15 “most wanted skills” identified from a national employer’s survey by the Natural Environment Research Council. This means that in addition to studying scientific topics, you’ll learn to use computer programs such as GIS, you’ll perform data analysis and be trained in areas such as public engagement, communication, leadership and teamwork.
You'll also have the option to carry out a placement as part of your degree, giving you the experience to create a stand-out CV. The Environmental Sciences MSci offers a unique compressed degree where you can carry out two placements within your four year degree during summer vacations, where you’ll earn a graduate level salary. You can also carry out a one year placement between years two and three, as part of a five year degree.
Course code: F851, F855, F853 with placement
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Year 1
Compulsory
ES1702 - Biological Processes
ES1705 - The Biosphere and Ecology
ES1703 - Earth System Science
ES1704 - Environmental Chemistry
ES1700 - Leadership for Sustainability I
ES1707 - Natural Environments Case Studies
ES1708 - Research Skills, GIS and Fieldwork I
Year 2
Compulsory
ES2701 - Anthropocene Case Studies
ES2703 - Climate Change
ES2706 - Ecosystem Stressors
ES2705 - Environmental Pollution
ES2700 - Leadership for Sustainability II
ES2702 - Research Skills, GIS and Fieldwork II
ES2704 - The Sustainability Challenge
Optional
ES2601 - Environmental Health
ES2607 - Introduction to Construction Materials and Sustainable Construction
Year 3
Compulsory
ES3702 - Environmental Governance
ES3703 - Planetary Health Case Studies
ES3701 - Sustainable Development
ES3600 - Individual Project
Optional
ES3617 - Ecological Public Health
ES3616 - Nature-based Climate Solutions
ES3601 - Pollution Solutions
ES3613 - Sustainable Construction
ES3614 - Sustainable Infrastructure Development
Year 4
Compulsory
ES5610 - Group Project
Optional
CS5651 - Big Data Analytics
ES5609 - Biosphere II
ES5608 - Climate Change: Science and Impacts
CS5652 - Data Visualisation
ES5618 - Designing, Analysing and Interpreting (Eco) Toxicological Studies
ES5612 - Environmental Law
ES5613 - Environmental Management
ES5615 - Environmental Monitoring
ES5617 - Essentials In Ecotoxicology
ES5611 - GIS and Data Analysis
ES5614 - Integrated Pollution
ES5616 - Priority Pollutants and Human Health Effects
CS5653 - Quantitative Data Analysis
ES5619 - Reproductive Toxicology and Endocrine Disruption
CE5011 - Water Infrastructure Engineering
CE5014 - Water Process Engineering
CE5659 - Water Treatment Engineering
Career opportunities related to the environment are increasing in the public, private and charitable sectors. After completing the course you will be equipped with the skills to pursue a career in environmental protection; environmental management and consultancy; environmental compliance and sustainability; or environmental research.
You may wish to work as an environmental practitioner, an environmental analyst or an environmental manager. Some of our graduates choose to do a PhD: there is a vibrant research environment within Environmental Sciences at Brunel and we are a member of the Natural Environment Research Council’s London Doctoral Training Partnership.
Our Leadership for Sustainability module ensures that students are addressing their employability and professional development as well as engaging with the skills they require. With an MSci you’ll be one step ahead in your chosen specialist area and you’ll be graduating with experience of developing your own ideas through your research project.
Insurance – Single: 300 GBP per year
