What can I study?

Environmental Analysis And Assessment MRes

Duration

The programme lasts for one year (September to August inclusive).

Overview

The Master of Research in Environmental Analysis and Assessment is a practically-orientated, 12-month programme that will equip students with the theoretical and practical skills to enter a laboratory-based environment undertaking work in environmental analysis, or to continue to a PhD degree. The programme content includes the design of monitoring programmes; environmental sampling; the chemical analysis of a wide range of pollutants, with an emphasis on hydrocarbons and oilfield chemicals; the use of biomarkers in environmental assessment; and the identification and role of microorganisms in the degradation of pollutants.

The programme is structured into three units: two in Semester 1 and one in Semester 2. Each unit comprises a theoretical course and an accompanying practical course. The practical courses will focus on the production of different outputs: a research report, a 'consultancy style' report, a 'conference style' presentation and a scientific paper, and develop critical skills in research planning, problem solving and data evaluation. The student will then carry out a practical research study, commencing in Semester 2 and extending over the summer period, culminating in the production of a dissertation.

CORE COURSES

Environmental Sampling and Analysis
Practical Environmental Sampling and Analysis
Environmental Toxicology
Practical Environmental Toxicology
Research Project and Dissertation

Further information is available at:

http://www.sls.hw.ac.uk/marinemsc/Index.htm

Entry Requirements

As for all out taught postgraduate programmes.

English language requirements

If your first language is not English, or your first degree was not taught in English, we�ll need to see evidence of your English language ability. The minimum requirement for English language is IELTS 6.5 or equivalent. We offer a range of English language courses to help you meet the English language requirement prior to starting your masters programme: