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Course Information
Schedules
- Sep 2026
Registration period
19 Nov 2025 (Wed) - 31 Mar 2026 (Tue)
Price
HKD 87,220
(Fees
Application Fee : HK$200 (No application fee before the deadline!)
Registration Fee : HK$3,500
Tuition Fee : HK$87,220 by 2 instalments
Scholarships
A variety of attractive scholarships are available to prospective, current and graduating SHAPE students.)
(Fees
Application Fee : HK$200 (No application fee before the deadline!)
Registration Fee : HK$3,500
Tuition Fee : HK$87,220 by 2 instalments
Scholarships
A variety of attractive scholarships are available to prospective, current and graduating SHAPE students.)
Course Level
Study Mode
Duration
12 Month(s)
Language
English
Location
IVE (Sha Tin)
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Course Overview
Introduction
Environmental issues impact on us all. This programme combines theory, leading edge research and practical experience to find workable solutions to current and future environmental problems, and help you to develop as a professional graduate in environmental and sustainability issues.
Programme Features
High ranking
Northumbria is ranked 11th in the UK for Earth & Marine Sciences (The Guardian University Guide 2025)
Employable graduates
91% graduates in 2021 were employed upon graduation. Our graduates have progressed to work in related fields of environmental sciences and ecology such as Nature Interpreter in Eco-Education and Resources Centre, and Environmental Manager in an engineering company.
Entry Requirements
Holders of one of the following VTC Higher Diplomas:
- HD in Environmental Science
- HD in Environmental Protection and Management
- HD in Conservation and Tree Management
- HD in Environmental Engineering OR
Holders of Higher Diploma or Associate Degree or equivalent qualifications in a relevant subject area awarded by a recognised institution will also be considered.
English Proficiency Requirements
Applicants holding post-secondary qualifications (e.g. Higher Diploma, Associate Degree) taught and assessed in English from recognised institutions; OR
At least an overall IELTS score of 6.5 (with a minimum score of 5.5 in each component), or TOEFL 575 (paper-based) or 232 (computer-based) or 89 (internet-based), or Pearson 62, or equivalent.
Start Date
Sep 2026
Application Deadline
31 Mar 2026
What You’ll Learn
Modules
- Geography and Environment Dissertation
- Translating Environmental Science into policy, outreach and decision making
- Advanced Geospatial Applications
- Applied Ecology and Conservation Management
- Environmental Pollution and Health
