Planit


Environment

Open University in Scotland

Content

Explore how our environment shapes our lives, and how our actions shape the environment. This certificate introduces you to the natural and social sciences behind today’s most pressing challenges, from climate change to sustainable living. You’ll study how human activity affects the world around us, and how scientific and social insights can guide better decisions for the future. Along the way, you’ll build analytical and critical thinking skills that are useful in many settings. It’s also a first step towards further study in environmental science and related fields.

Entry Requirements

No formal entry requirements. Computer and internet access required.

Start Date

October, February

Qualification

CertHE

Study Method

Online learning

Course Length

Flexible

Faculty

General

Department

Geography, Environment and Development

SCQF Level

7

Career Sectors

Agriculture

Aquaculture and Fishing

Arboriculture and Forestry

Earth Studies

Environmental and Rural Resource Management

Environmental Services

Horticulture and Landscaping

Work with Animals