Pollution and Environmental Control (Online)

• Learn how to measure pollution, predict its mobility and recognise the quality of your measurements.
• Address the effects of human activities on the biosphere, through the study of aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems.
• Get to grips with the structure of the atmosphere, and how weather and air motions affect the spreading of pollution.
• Become skilled at environmental modelling, focusing on water movement and pollution.
• Use industry models to examine real-world problems with GIS and environmental data.

Where and when you will study

Wherever you are in the world, you can benefit from internationally-renowned teaching at The University of Manchester – the 27th best university in the world according to the latest QS World University Rankings, 2022 – right from your desk.

This course is designed specifically for people who want to study while keeping up with existing work, family or social commitments. There’s no need to relocate, and no reason to pause your career, with flexible online content and part-time options.

You’ll study through a virtual learning environment (VLE), accessing a series of recorded lectures, instructor-led labs and computer practicals, as well as online course content including videos, podcasts and reading materials, whenever it’s convenient for you. This is complemented by engaging online discussion boards, a minimum of three real-time tutorials per semester, and regular opportunities to chat online with your tutor.

We’ve also made it possible for online students to attend field trips virtually, accessing site information and field data online with video and audio guides to support you.

How it will benefit your career

• The on-campus version of this course has 45 years of success behind it, giving your degree the prestige to stand out.
• Sought-after specialist knowledge and advanced qualitative and quantitative skills will empower you to influence change.
• Real-life scenario work and virtual field trips will prepare you to hit the ground running and lead in a new role.
• A global network of like-minded professionals will support your development and broaden your horizons.
• Our multidisciplinary approach will give you a broad range of tools to draw upon, enabling you to think differently and find innovative solutions.