Resource and Environmental Management MSc
What will you study?
The management of land, air, water and other resources is a major challenge for the 21st century. This very popular MSc provides you with a critical understanding of how natural resources and the wider environment can be sustainably managed by applying tools and techniques for appraisal, monitoring, protection and restoration.
The course is distinctively multi-disciplinary in its approach and draws on the wide range of environmental expertise in the LEC and more widely in the University.
You can tailor the MSc to your individual needs and interests through your choice of optional modules. The placement option allows you to experience applying your new skills in a real-world situation, which can help start your career. Graduates go on to further study (PhDs) and a wide range of management and professional posts, in the UK and overseas.
Compulsory ModulesEnvironmental Management Environmental Justice Research Methods Research Planning Workshop Dissertation
Optional ModulesTwo relevant modules from LEC or Law
Financial Support
Guidance on funding including sponsorship is provided. Departmental bursaries are available.
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Essential Info
For Entry: 2013
Director of Studies: Dr Nigel Watson
Duration: 12 Months Full Time, 24 months Part Time
Entry Requirements: Second class honours degree, or its equivalent, in a relevant subject.
Assessment: Coursework, presentations and dissertation/research placement.
IELTS: 6.5
Funding: Faculty and department bursaries may be available. All applicants should consult http://www.lancs.ac.uk/pgfunding/
Further Information: http://www.lec.lancs.ac.uk/postgraduate/
Duration: Full time 12 Month(s), Part time 24 Month(s)
Department: Lancaster Environment Centre
Phone: +44 (0)1524 593478
Email: lec.pg@lancaster.ac.uk
Course Structure
For information on the course structure as followed by our current students, please see Lancaster University's Online Courses Handbook