MSc Environmental Management for Agriculture

The MSc Environmental Management for Agriculture course offered by The University of Hertfordshire is designed to incorporate a cross-disciplinary understanding of the complex challenges posed by climate change on agricultural practices. The programme aims to equip students with knowledge and skills required to create robust and resilient agricultural systems in an environmentally responsible manner.Course Content:The course curriculum thoroughly explores the interactions between agriculture and the environment, and how these systems can be managed sustainably. The course draws on expertise in agri-environment, life sciences, business and spatial planning, and also includes educational visits. You will study a range of modules such as Principles of Integrated Pest Management, Ecological Farming, and Green Technology.Key Modules:Some core course modules include Environmental Stewardship, Agricultural Policy and Economics, Crop Pathology, Pests and Weeds, Environmental Impact Assessment, and Research Methods, along with a project module.Future Careers: After completing the course, students can broaden their career prospects in areas such as environmental consultancy, roles in NGOs, and roles in organizations involved in rural development, policy issues, agricultural consultancy, waste management consultancy, conservation, and education. This course also provides a solid foundation for further research in environmental management applied to agriculture.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page at MSc Environmental Management for Agriculture.