Environmental Management and Sustainability York St John University

Overview

Environmental Management and Sustainability from York St John University course you will engage with the latest research to understand the processes underpinning essential ecosystem services, with an emphasis on soil and water. You will learn to develop confidence in your analysis of quantitative data, including geospatial analysis.

Key facts

Our experienced staff will support you to develop a proposal for a substantial independent research project, advancing your academic research skills and critical understanding of the place of science in tackling issues of sustainability.

The course culminates in the completion of your research project, with supervision. Alongside a written report, a poster presentation conference marks the end of the course, giving you the chance to explain your research to others working in the field.

Throughout the course you will be supported to reflect on, and take ownership of, your own professional development. In addition to providing you with an advanced level qualification, the Environmental Management and Sustainability MSc will develop your essential transferable skills, such as:

• Data collection and analysis
• Research design
• Decision-making
• Critical thinking
• Independent and collaborative learning
• Communication skills