Environmental Science (W47)
Open UniversityEnvironmental Science (W47) DipHE is an undergraduate degree at Open University, based in Milton Keynes, taught distance learning over 2-4 years.
About this course
This interdisciplinary diploma combines science studies in biology, geography and chemistry, with aspects of technology and social science to help you understand the whole picture. You’ll study the problems we face in understanding our natural environment and living sustainably, as well as developing your scientific, interpretive and creative thinking skills.
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)
Career Prospects
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Course Details
- Qualification
- Diploma of Higher Education - DipHE
- Study Mode
- Distance learning
- Duration
- 2-4 Years
- Start Date
- 2025
- Academic Year
- 2025
- Campus / Location
- Milton Keynes
- Scheme
- Undergraduate
- Subjects
- Environmental and earth sciences
2025-entry data — 2026 offers may differ