Waste Management (Pt)
UK & EU Students
Course Details
Classification:MSc/PgD
Course Duration:2 Years
Course Start Date:09 September 2013
Course Mode:Part Time
Subject Area:Environmental Studies
Course Fees
Students from England, Wales or Northern Ireland
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Students from Scotland and the rest of the EU
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Minimum Entry Requirements
EssentialAn honours degree or equivalent. Exceptionally candidates without formal degree qualifications but relevant experience may be admitted to the programme and their progress to MSc would depend on performance in the initial modules.
Non UK/EU Students
Course Details
Classification:MSc/PgD
Course Duration:2 Years
Course Start Date:09 September 2013
Course Mode:Part Time
Subject Area:Environmental Studies
Course Fees
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Minimum Entry Requirements
EssentialAn honours degree or equivalent. Exceptionally candidates without formal degree qualifications but relevant experience may be admitted to the programme and their progress to MSc would depend on performance in the initial modules.
English LanguageInternational students would normally be expected to obtain either Academic IELTS test with a score of 6.0 or TOEFL with a minimum score of 550 (paper-based) or 213 (computer-based) or 80 (internet-based)
Visa InformationOverseas students are not permitted on a student visa to study on apart-time basis. If you are here on another visa you may be able tostudy on a part-time basis.
Further Education Students
Course Details
Classification:MSc/PgD
Course Duration:2 Years
Course Start Date:09 September 2013
Course Mode:Part Time
Subject Area:Environmental Studies
Course Fees
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Programme Description
Considering the demand for Waste Managers and waste minimisation practitioners, as well as recent developments in waste management, this programme is designed for students to acquire the understanding and skills necessary to meet the present needs and future challenges of waste management agencies and industries. Although much of the details of waste management regulations and pratice are based on the requirements of the industry in the UK, the principles have a much wider application, and hence the programme is also designed to appeal to those intending to practice overseas. The applied nature of the subject is recognised and a variety of practical aspects are included in the modules.
Programme Structure
Compulsary Modules: Semester A: Sustainable Waste Management; Health, Safety and Environmental Management. Semester B: Advanced Waste Treatment Technologies; Contaminated Land and Landfill Engineering. Elective Modules (two to be selected each semester): Semester A: Environmental Pollution; Monitoring and Analysis; Resources and Sustainability; Environmental Planning and Impact Assessment; Energy and Sustainability. Semester B: Water Quality and Waste Water Treatment; GIS and Environmental Management; Renewable Energy Technologies; Energy Technology; Integrated Case Study. MSc: In addition to requirements for PgD; students complete a major project and submit a dissertation.
Assessment
Combination of coursework, exams and projects.
Professional Accreditation
The programme is fully accredited by the Chartered Institution of Wastes Management (CIWM).
Career Opportunities
Waste management in the Uk is a multi-million pound industry and offers a variety of career opportunities, with a range of different employers, such as: local authorities, regulatory bodies, water companies, waste disposal organisations, environmental monitoring organisations, environment consultancies and organisations involved with identification and remediation of contaminated land. There is considerable demand for waste managers and waste minimisation practitioners both in Europe and further afield.
Funding Information
UK/EU Students
Students who have accepted a postgraduate place on this course can apply directly to the Students Awards Agency for Scotland (SAAS) for a loan to cover up to £3,400 towards their tuition fees. The application form will be available to download from the SAAS website (www.saas.gov.uk).
All students
For information about our scholarships, please visit: www.gcu.ac.uk/scholarships
Students who have accepted a postgraduate place on this course can apply directly to the Students Awards Agency for Scotland (SAAS) for a loan to cover up to £3,400 towards their tuition fees. The application form will be available to download from the SAAS website (www.saas.gov.uk).
All students
For information about our scholarships, please visit: www.gcu.ac.uk/scholarships
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