About the course

This degree will give you the skills to diagnose and mitigate environmental pollution issues. You will gain skills in developing risk assessments, undertaking chemical analysis and applied remediation technology.

　　This MSc is ideally suited for students looking to gain a greater understanding of environmental science, specifically issues related to pollution and remediation. These issues will be explored at both a UK level and an international level.

　　Within the programme students will cover courses in environmental pollution, remediation technology, hydrocarbon risk assessment and remediation, environmental analysis, and environmental impact assessments. During these courses they will develop key skills in environmental policy, legislation, risk assessment models and chemical analysis.

　　Students will gain a wide appreciation for the impact that different pollutants have in the environment, how these pollutants would be quantified, and strategies for there remediation.

　　This programme will suit students looking for careers in environmental consultancy, environmental engineering, the energy sector and regulators. The programme is also suited for students looking to undertake a higher degree in environmental science. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 1 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Term 2 (January), 2024	Aberdeen
Term 1 (September), 2024	Aberdeen
Term 1 (September), 2025	Aberdeen

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Aberdeen

A UK 2:1 honours degree (or international equivalent), in a biological, environmental or physical science, geography, or other relevant subject, applicants with a 2ii (or equivalent), particularly with some relevant experience, may also be considered. We also consider individuals with degrees in a wider range of disciplines who are clearly motivated by the programme and have some relevant experience.

　　Ielts Academic: overall - 6.5 with: Listening - 5.5, Reading - 5.5, Speaking - 5.5, Writing - 6.0 , Toefl iBT: overall - 90 with: Listening - 17, Reading - 18, Speaking - 20, Writing - 21. A degree certificate showing your qualifications. A full transcript showing all the subjects you studied and the marks you have achieved in your degree(s) (original and official English translation) , A detailed personal statement explaining your motivation for this particular programme.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 90.0

　　

Application deadline:

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at University of Aberdeen. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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