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Professional Practice in Environmental Science (PPES) is a high-level practical skills-based module aimed to prepare students for the world of work and provide insight to the diverse range of environmental careers in this dynamic growth sector, and beyond. During the module students will have the opportunity to develop a range of skills, increase knowledge and gain the necessary experience to help them identify and successfully pursue their chosen career paths.

The module adopts an interactive approach, with an emphasis on in-class discussions, workshops, and group exercises that develop self-confidence and promote reflective practice. It draws upon the experiences of industry experts from a variety of external environmental organisations, providing students with a first-hand account of the broad range of environmental career opportunities available to them. This also allows students the opportunity to develop connections and grow their professional networks to enhance future employment prospects.

An integral component of the module is the completion of a work-based environmental placement. The placement is an effective way for students to gain experience in the environmental sector, enhance their CV and provide a solid foundation for future career development as well as open doors to future employment opportunities. This also helps to further develop the technical knowledge and soft skills that are widely applicable in the workplace and are valued by employers.

The module assessment is drawn from the completion of an individual reflective portfolio based on their placement and the in-class/workshop activities.

Professional Practice in Environmental Science (PPiES) is a high-level practical skills-based module aimed to prepare students for the world of work and provide insight to the diverse range of environmental careers in this dynamic growth sector, and beyond. During the module students will have the opportunity to develop a range of skills, increase knowledge and gain the necessary experience to help them identify and successfully pursue their chosen career paths.

The module adopts an interactive approach, with an emphasis on in-class discussions, workshops, and group exercises that develop self-confidence and promote reflective practice. It draws upon the experiences of industry experts from a variety of external environmental organisations, providing students with a first-hand account of the broad range of environmental career opportunities available to them. This also allows students the opportunity to develop connections and grow their professional networks to enhance future employment prospects.

An integral component of the module is the completion of a work-based environmental placement. The placement is an effective way for students to gain experience in the environmental sector, enhance their CV and provide a solid foundation for future career development as well as opening doors to future employment opportunities. This also helps to further develop the technical knowledge and soft skills that are widely applicable in the workplace and are valued by employers.

The module assessment is drawn from the completion of individual reflective reports based on their placement and the in-class/workshop activities.

The Company is a cross-programme, collaborative and student-led initiative that celebrates creativity, inclusivity, diversity and community in live, real-world scenarios and which demonstrate relationships informed by expertise within and beyond the university.

This module requires you to promote and document your individual practice whilst collaborating with your peers and industry professionals as you work together to curate a collective body of work in the context of a public-access exhibition and showcase.

The Company is a cross-programme, collaborative and student-led initiative that celebrates creativity, inclusivity, diversity and community in live, real-world scenarios and which demonstrate relationships informed by expertise within and beyond the university.

This module requires you to promote and document your individual practice whilst collaborating with your peers and industry professionals as you work together to curate a collective body of work in the context of a public-access exhibition and showcase.

The Company is a cross-programme, collaborative and student-led initiative that celebrates creativity, inclusivity, diversity and community in live, real-world scenarios and which demonstrate relationships informed by expertise within and beyond the university.

This module requires you to promote and document your individual practice whilst collaborating with your peers and industry professionals as you work together to curate a collective body of work in the context of a public-access exhibition and showcase.

The Company is a cross-programme, collaborative and student-led initiative that celebrates creativity, inclusivity, diversity and community in live, real-world scenarios and which demonstrate relationships informed by expertise within and beyond the university.

This module requires you to promote and document your individual practice whilst collaborating with your peers and industry professionals as you work together to curate a collective body of work in the context of a public-access exhibition and showcase.

The aim of this module is to equip you with professional skills and knowledge that will be useful in your future careers and when applying for graduate jobs. The module consists of up to five timetabled lectures per semester plus independent study via Blackboard at your own convenience. The timetabled lectures include guest talks on what employers look for when hiring graduates. The average study time is up to 1 hour per week.

This module offers practical experience and insight into the skills needed to thrive in the contemporary policy world. Teaching and learning activities will build your capacity to understand complex policy problems, critically assess the use of evidence in policy, and communicate effectively with other policy actors. This lively and interactive class features a variety of practical tasks designed to help students learn, practice, develop and hone these professional skills and prepare them for a career in policy and administration.

This module offers practical experience and insight into the skills needed to thrive in the contemporary policy world. Teaching and learning activities will build your capacity to understand complex policy problems, critically assess the use of evidence in policy, and communicate effectively with other policy actors. This lively and interactive class features a variety of practical tasks designed to help students learn, practice, develop and hone these professional skills and prepare them for a career in policy and administration.

Zero Credit module to develop transferrable academic and practical skills for professional psychological practice.