Environmental Science (W47) | Open University

Course summary

Explore how humans interact with the natural world and learn to make a difference with this interdisciplinary diploma. You’ll study biology, geography, chemistry, technology, and social science to understand environmental challenges and sustainable solutions. Along the way, you’ll develop critical thinking, data analysis, and creative problem-solving skills. This qualification equips you for further study or careers in environmental management, conservation, or policy, providing you with the tools to approach real-world problems with insight, confidence, and practical expertise.

Key features of the course

Accredited by the Chartered Institution of Water and Environmental Management (CIWEM)
Enhance your scientific, interpretive and creative-thinking skills
Investigate the science of the natural environment and our relationship with it
Explore local and global environmental issues
Acquire practical experience at a field school (on-site in the UK or online)

Professional bodies

Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.

The Chartered Institution of Water and Environmental Management
Water and Environmental Management, Chartered Institution of

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