MSc Integrated Management of Freshwater Environments MSc Integrated Management of Freshwater Environments Queen Mary, University of London
Queen Mary, University of London
Masters Degree , Environmental Sciences
Course Description
This programme is delivered in close collaboration with our advisory board of representatives from the water industry, and provides fundamental and applied training in the science and management of freshwater environments. Combining hydrology, geomorphology, biogeochemistry and ecology, the degree is designed to produce outstanding scientists capable of developing interdisciplinary solutions to priority water resource and catchment issues. It also involves fieldwork at our research sites ranging from globally rare chalk streams to heavily impacted rivers within London and southern England.* PgDip and PgCert versions of this course are also available.
Course Content
The programme is made up of 180 credits. For full details on our modules please go to the online module directory.
Core module:
- Individual Research Project (60 credits), usually in collaboration with a partner organisation
Compulsory modules:
- Catchment Science in Practice (30 credits)
- Environmental Data Acquisition and Analysis (15 credits)
- Biogeosciences and Ecosystem Services (15 credits)
- River Assessment and Restoration (15 credits)
- Flood Risk Management and Modelling (15 credits)
Option modules:
- Desk Study (15 credits)
- Environmental Pollution (15 credits)
- Physical Modelling of Fluvial Processes (15 credits)
*Fieldwork
Fieldwork costs are additional to tuition fees. As a guide, in 2016/17, the cost of field trips on this degree programme were approximately £550. Other bespoke locations vary in price.
Entry Requirements
An upper second class honours degree or higher in a relevant subject from a UK university (or an equivalent international qualification) together with one supportive academic reference is usually required. Non-academic references can be considered in specific circumstances. It is not a requirement to have previously studied geography and we encourage applications from students from a natural and environmental sciences background. Candidates who do not meet these criteria but have relevant work experience will be considered and are encouraged to contact the programme convenor.
Candidates are expected to have good English language ability and to meet our minimum English language requirements. If you do not the meet language requirements, it might be possible for you to undertake foundation or pre-sessional programmes that will prepare you for the masters programme.
Assessment Methods
All modules are assessed through a variety of coursework assignments including essays, literature reviews, scientific and design reports, presentations, modelling exercises, annotated bibliographies, skills portfolios and field notebooks.
Additional Information
The programme is made up of 180 credits. For full details on our modules please go to the online module directory.
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