Climate Change BSc (Hons)

Climate Change is a pressing and challenging issue facing society. Rising temperatures and sea levels, near global retreat of glaciers, alterations to precipitation patterns and frequent extreme weather events, climate induced changes in biogeographical patterns and loss of biodiversity pose severe threats to contemporary and future societies. The introduction of this new BSc in Climate Change will allow students to investigate the issue using interdisciplinary skills. - The only BSc (Hons) Climate Change course available to study in the UK- Investigate climate change using interdisciplinary skills to tackle pressing issues - Taught by highly experienced, research-active staff- Focus on skill acquisition via practical workshops and field learning- Field trips included in the fees, currently to Iceland, the Lake District, Snowdonia, the Peak District and the North West coast*- Access to brand new, state-of-the-art computing facilities and analytical equipment- Excellent employment opportunities in areas such as: climate environmental management; consultancy; operational government authorities; engineering and surveying; civil service; and Geographical Information Systems- Options to undertake work placements of 4-6 weeks and/or 12 months- Options to study abroad for part of the degree with support from schemes such as the Go Global Fund and Erasmus+- International Foundation Year course available offering direct progression onto this degree programme - visit LJMU's International Study Centre to find out moreClimate change is the most pressing issue facing today’s society and our ability to understand the causes, impacts and potential mitigation strategies is vital for future populations. It is also vital to increase our capacity to communicate this to the public. This programme has developed in direct response to this clear need for graduates with the knowledge and practical skills required to tackle climate change.This course will provide a fully integrated study of climate change and climate science. It will cover the scientific, political, societal, economic aspects of the science, with full discussion of cutting-edge aspects of the subject. This will provide students with ample background and practical knowledge for understanding climate change. The course will deliver extensive practical experience using Geographic Information Systems and Remote Sensing technologies and field-based learning.