BSc (Hons) Environmental Sciences (2+2/4+0)Course outlineThis course develops a fundamental scientific understanding of environmental and ecological processes and systems. These systems are also studied in their social, economic, political and cultural settings. In addition the modules offered allow students to develop skills in the collection, processing and analysis of environmental data which are eventually useful in the development and evaluation of policy and practical training in the techniques of environmental management.The course is multidisciplinary in nature and involves modules from two Schools: Geography and Biosciences. Students can also opt for courses run by the Faculty of Engineering. Participants benefit from exposure to this wide range of perspectives on environmental processes and issues.This wide choice of modules allows students to design a degree programme tailored to their personal interests and career aspirations with an emphasis throughout on teaching realistic and transferable skills.Course StructureYear One (Preliminary Year-Ningbo)Modules common to many degrees at UNNC are studied including:Written and Oral communication and studyCommunication and IT SkillsEnglish in specific academic contextsPlus a specific foundation environmental module:Introduction to the EnvironmentStudents also work in small groups to develop their academic English language skills.Year Two (Qualifying Year-Ningbo)Skills modules taught this year include:Interpreting Environmental DataIntroduction to GISThe Digital Earth (which are supported by small group tutorials).Plus specialised modules on:Global Environmental ProcessesEnvironmental ManagementPrinciples of EcologyPlus contextualisation of the above with an Environmental Science Dissertation.Year Three (Part I-Nottingham or Ningbo)The skills developed at Ningbo are enhanced throughout this year and optional choices allow the development of knowledge in more specialised field of environmental science including:Soil ScienceHydrology and HydrogeochemistryClimate and Environmental ChangeEngineering geology, Energy and the Environment and Environmental AssessmentLandscape processes in Desert, River and Coastal environmentsYear Four (Part II-Nottingham or Ningbo)This year involves the opportunity for students to practice and demonstrate their acquired skills through a major independent research project leading to the submission of a 10,000 word dissertation on a topic chosen by the student.Taught modules increasingly focus on the practicaland applied aspects of Environmental Science with modules on:Environmental Contaminants and PollutantsEnvironmental ModellingRiver, Coast and Ecological Conservation and ManagementRemote Sensing and Landscape VisualisationHazardous Waste Management and Environmental Assessment
Entry Requirements
Applicant is under the age of 25, and is in good health, high-school graduate with good marks.
Application Materials
1. Photocopy of valid passport
With photo, passport number &expiration date and name included.
2. Passport-sized photo
A passport-sized photo taken recently of the applicant.
3. HSK Certificate (No need for English-taught program)
Level 3or above
4. Academic transcript of high school
5. Graduation certificate of high school
Gradution certificate should be in Chinese or English.If not,it should be translated into Chinese or English and be notarized.
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