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The MRes variant of the MSc is intended for those planning to register for a PhD. The MRes is based on the MSc programme but includes additional assessed quantitative and qualitative research methods modules. It also replaces the standard summer dissertation with a research plan of at least 10,000 words. All students who achieve the minimum required standard will be allowed to register as PhD students in the following year, provided a suitable supervisor can be identified.

This programme, which is deliberately post-disciplinary in its approach, is taught jointly with the Department of Sociology and the Law School, with contributions from other departments in the Arts and Social Sciences Faculty and the Management School. It focuses on globalization, ICTs and social transformation and introduces key theoretical approaches which facilitate critical evaluation of these concepts. It prepares students for advanced research or participation in a world shaped by these forces. As well as the usual two core courses, students take an additional five-week module developing practical IT skills. The full list of options includes modules taught in Sociology, Law, Linguistics, Management, Gender and Women’s Studies and Cultural Research.

This MSc was established to meet this demand from employers in the public and private sectors. This innovative course uses expertise from many of the academic departments and research units within the LEC and InfoLab21 to present unique, high-level interdisciplinary training on all aspects of environmental information pathways and state-of-the-art environmental information technology. Students gain a thorough understanding of the fundamental principles of Environmental Informatics and are able to apply their expertise to the acquisition, analysis, management and dissemination of environmental information. The course offers students the option of a research placement as an alternative to a traditional dissertation.

Despite major technological and scientific advances in recent years, society is still widely regarded as ?data rich but information poor’ with respect to fundamental environmental processes and problems. This is a crucial time for understanding the environment because of the gathering pace of global change, the emerging debates about sustainable development and concern about the impacts and risks of particular environmental hazards. There is a significant and increasing demand on organisations that have responsibilities for the environment to provide timely, accurate, accessible and comprehensible information for decision making.

Employability
Graduates have gone on to pursue careers in the environmental and conservation sectors, as well as progressing to further study for a PhD. Our most recent destination data shows that 90% of our graduates were in employment or further study; 60% went on to work or study in the environmental sector.

This course focuses on a specific research topic that is decided on an individual basis and can be started at any time of the year.

Initially students undertake an induction course which leads to the production of a learning contract that outlines project objectives and outcome expectations as agreed by both the student and their appointed research supervisor.

At the end of the first two months the student will deliver a preliminary research report which effectively provides specific details in terms of background research project information and all subsequent project milestones. This initial report counts as 20% of the overall degree assessment. The next eight months are spent on research project work and the final two months are devoted in writing a project dissertation. Upon the successful completion of this MSc by Research programme, the student will have clearly demonstrated the ability to encompass the time management and technical professionalism required to complete postgraduate research, within the dynamic, industry-linked training environment offered by the Department and InfoLab21.

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This innovative Foundation Degree has been developed specifically for those working in an IT systems or network administration role.

This has been developed with employers and brings together academic study, lab-based practical sessions and work-based learning, at the same time providing a route towards qualified professional status. Tutors have in-depth, practical experience of network and systems administration and design, and of using new and emerging technologies.

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A/AS-levels: ABB inc. Mathematics. We normally expect three A-levels. One (but only one) of these grades may be achieved from the average of two AS-level grades, one of which should have been taken in year 13, with each contributory grade in a different subject

General Studies: Normally accepted as one of the best 3 grades, if 4 A-levels presented

UCAS tariff:320 UCAS tariff pointsfrom the above permitted combinations of A2/AS grades

AVCEs: Acceptable for a maximum of 6 units plus A and AS levels to 20 points as above

Preference: Minimum of two A-levels

Key skills: Not included in offer

GCSE: Mathematics and English Language

Scottish Highers: AABBB

Irish Leaving Cert: Offers will be made on the basis of 5 or 6 Higher level subjects. Please contact the Undergraduate Admissions Office (01524 592028) for further information

Welsh Baccalaureate: Where the two non-core elements making up the Baccalaureate are standard A2 qualifications any offer is likely to be based on our standard A-level offer. Any other contributing qualifications will be considered on an individual basis

International Bacc:30pts overall with 15 from 3 HL subjects

BTEC: Overall grades of DDD with distinctions in relevant modules

HNC/HND: Direct entry to second year with good results in relevant subjects

Mature students: Considered on an individual basis