Environmental Science
Environment
A course by
University of Auckland
Environmental Science at the University of Auckland explores a range of scientific approaches to understand and solve environmental problems, focusing on real-world challenges, data analysis, and communication.
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Apply scientific approaches to environmental issues
Use biological, chemical, and physical knowledge to tackle and solve environmental problems.
Analyse and model environmental data
Interpret and model environmental information, understanding the scientific processes and methods necessary for restoration and preservation.
Communicate environmental science
Convey complex scientific ideas, including risk and uncertainty, to different stakeholders for decision-making.
What You're Signing Up For
Environmental Science seeks to use a range of approaches to better understand and solve environmental problems. Students learn to process and analyse scientific information, model environmental data, and communicate findings including risk and uncertainty. The programme encourages applying scientific knowledge to preserve and restore the natural environment and prepares graduates for a wide range of research, policy, and development careers in local and regional government and NGOs.
Course Content
- Understanding the environmental effects of human activity
- Biological, chemical and physical processes underlying environmental issues
- Human interactions with environmental problems
- Analysis and modelling of environmental data
- Communication of scientific information, risk and uncertainty
- Real-world environmental problem-solving
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Environmental science
Research
Local government
Environmental consulting
Policy and NGOs
Future employment opportunities might be
Research and development roles in environmental science
Positions in local and regional government
Careers in non-governmental organisations
Environmental consulting
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