Environmental Management (Distance Learning)

Overview

Environmental Management techniques are integral to conservation, agriculture, forestry, industry and countryside planning. This online Environmental Management course from Ulster University is designed both for new graduates who lack professional experience in environment management and, for professionals in the environment sector who wish to develop their careers, updating their knowledge and skills. It aims to satisfy an industrial and public sector demand for environmental scientists.

The principles and practice of Environmental Management are covered, with specific objectives being to:

• Understand the importance of an evidence-based approach in developing management strategies
• Apply quantitative techniques to assess the effects of environmental management
• Produce environmental impact statements and advise on implementing environmental management systems
• Apply structured planning principles to site biodiversity management and ecosystem restoration
• Monitor pollution and assess its environmental effects

Career options 

Most students on the course are already working in industry or public services.

Key skills which will be developed are:

• Biodiversity management plans and site restoration design
• Ecological monitoring
• Environmental management systems
• Environmental impact assessment
• Research analysis and data interpretation techniques.