This course will give you comprehensive training in modern environmental management techniques and will introduce you to key concepts of biodiversity, sustainability, ecology and environmental systems. You will develop a broad understanding of the scientific principles needed to effectively manage our environment, which is coming under increasing pressure as a result of human activities. You will gain hands-on experience of collecting, analysing and interpreting data for the conservation and management of our natural environment. The strongly vocational nature of this course is supported by field visits to a diverse range of habitats, which include woodlands, nature reserves, conservation areas and other key UK landscapes. Key Features include: * A one year fully embedded industrial placement within this sector * Year 1 and Year 4 residential field study course to underpin and contextualise the learning experience * A range of field trips and visits to relevant local and national organisations to support and provide real life experience and to meet professions in their field of work * Dedicated resources and facilities to support this programme * Applied and taught by industry experts who are passionate about their subject areas * A focus on the practical application of theory that provides our students with the skills to succeed in their chosen career

The breadth and flexibility of this course means our students go on to careers in a wide range of areas. Countryside and Environment students at Harper Adams have a strong reputation in the graduate jobs market. This stems from our balanced and up-to-date course structure, good links with the industry and the placement year. These key elements of the Harper Adams approach help to produce graduates with a valuable combination of academic knowledge and real-world experience. There are many career opportunities in this field with, for example, environmental and land-based consultancies, statutory bodies like the Environment Agency, local authorities, and employers such as Natural England, Defra, Wildlife Trusts, the National Trust and environmental consultancies.