Environmental Management

An Environmental Management degree at Brighton prepares you to tackle global challenges such as climate change, resource management and sustainable development. You’ll learn how to assess environmental impacts, manage ecosystems and develop strategies that balance human needs with environmental protection.

At Brighton, you’ll join a supportive academic community and gain practical experience through fieldwork, lab sessions and real-world projects. You’ll explore topics including environmental policy, pollution control, sustainability and conservation, and learn to apply GIS and remote sensing for environmental monitoring and planning.

Brighton graduates go on to careers in environmental consultancy, sustainability management, conservation organisations, government agencies and international NGOs. Many progress to postgraduate study or specialise in areas such as environmental assessment, renewable energy or climate adaptation.

Top reasons to choose this course

• Brighton’s sustainability commitment – study in a city with strong environmental initiatives and access to the South Downs National Park and The Living Coast UNESCO Biosphere.

• Learn specialist field skills on day trips and residential field trips in places such as Wales and Sicily, as well as in our rich local environment.

• Travel and accommodation included in the fees for mandatory residential trips to locations such as Wales and Sicily (go to Fees and costs section for more info).

• Learn hands-on in our specialist facilities developing technical skills in GIS, remote sensing and environmental monitoring – all highly valued across environmental sectors.

• Boost your CV with work experience opportunities, including an optional placement year, funded internship schemes and community volunteering.

• Expert teaching and research links – study with academics engaged in research on sustainability, pollution control and environmental management.

• Flexible study options – this course can be studied full-time or part-time, allowing you to fit your degree around work or other commitments.

Why Brighton is a great place to study Environmental Management
Our Moulsecoomb campus puts you at the heart of one of the UK’s most ecologically diverse regions. Just minutes from the South Downs National Park and close to coastal habitats, you’ll have easy access to woodlands, wetlands and marine environments for fieldwork and research.

Brighton is a vibrant, creative city with strong environmental networks and conservation organisations, offering opportunities for volunteering, placements and community projects. Excellent transport links make it simple to reach local nature reserves, national parks and employer events, ensuring field trips and industry engagement are part of everyday learning.