BSc Environmental Management and Sustainability with Foundation

The BSc Environmental Management with Foundation from the University of Reading offers an in-depth look at environmental issues and how to manage them practically. The foundation year provides core skills in science and geography in preparation for the rest of the course. Participants will explore the human impact on the environment and the measures that can be taken to reduce damages.Course Content: The course covers a wide range of environmental topics, including climate change, water resources, pollution, biodiversity, and sustainability. In the first year, students will study essential concepts in human and physical geography and develop key quantitative skills. Subsequent years cover topics such as environmental assessment and management, integrated water management, and climate change: science and policy. The course places heavy emphasis on practical fieldwork and laboratory work.Key Modules: Some key modules in this course include Fundamental Fieldwork Skills, Human Geography Concepts, Environmental Management and Assessment, Geography of Resources, and Applied Professional Skills in Geography and Environmental Science.Accreditations: This program has accreditation from the Institution of Environmental Sciences (IES) and the Chartered Institute of Water and Environmental Management (CIWEM).Future Careers: Graduates can expect a wide range of career options in areas such as environment consultancy, conservation, recycling, landscape management, urban planning, and more. Possible firms to work for include environmental consultancies, utility companies, local and central government, and non-governmental organizations.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.