Air Pollution Management and Control,PGDip

University of Birmingham

United Kingdom, Birmingham

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University of Birmingham

United Kingdom , Birmingham

Key Facts

Program Level

Graduate Diploma

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Campuses

Birmingham (Edgbaston)

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesSeptember-2026

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Duration 1 year(s)

Tuition Fee

GBP 31,500 / year

Next Intake September-2026

Air Pollution Management and Control,PGDip

About

Course overview

Gain a sought-after qualification in the UK and international environmental field by mastering the causes and effects of air pollution and climate change.

This course enhances your skills through a blend of taught modules and an independent research project. You’ll have the opportunity to conduct an in-depth investigation into specific aspects of air pollution that interest you, allowing you to gain a deeper understanding and practical experience in the field.

The main reason I chose Birmingham to study is because of the ranking of the University, and the fact [that] it offers the course I want to study.
Muhammad Nadzmie Bin Zulkifli
MSc Air Pollution Management and Control Alumni

The course will run over 12 months in full-time mode.

Course Structure

There is also scope to undertake this course on a part-time basis. While the exact course content may vary, here is what you can expect to study each semester. This is based on a full-time Masters course.

In Semester 1, you will study:

Air Quality Data Analysis and Interpretation (20 credits)
Causes and Effects of Air Pollution (20 credits)
Theoretical Meteorology: Atmospheric Composition and Physics (20 credits)

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Holders of a Bachelors degree of four years duration from a recognised university in the Saudi Arabia will be considered for postgraduate study. Holders of Bachelors degree will normally be expected to have achieved a GPA of 3.0/4, 3.75/5 or 75% for 2:1 equivalency or 2.8/4, 3.5/5 or 70% for 2:2 equivalency.

Applicants for postgraduate research programmes should hold a Bachelors degree and a Masters degree, with a GPA of 3.0/4.0 or 75% from a recognised institution to be considered. Applicants with lower grades than this may be considered on an individual basis.

English Program Requirements

If you are an international student, you will need to demonstrate you have a suitable level of English proficiency, usually through the form of an IELTS or equivalent qualification.

For this course we require IELTS 6.0 with no less than 5.5 in any band, which is equivalent to:

TOEFL: 80 overall with no less than 19 in Reading, 19 Listening, 21 Speaking and 19 in Writing
Pearson Test of English (PTE): Academic 64 with no less than 59 in all four skills
Cambridge English: C1 Advanced - minimum overall score of 169, with no less than 162 in any component
LanguageCert ESOL SELT (UKVI): B2 'Communicator' with no less than 25 in each skill

Career

Career opportunities

This sought-after qualification is recognised in the UK and internationally. Graduates often become air quality experts in consultancies, industry, or local government.

CHES and IAQM-accredited
Professional accreditation from the Committee of Heads of Environmental Sciences (the education committee of the Institution of Environmental Sciences) and the Institute of Air Quality Management

You could work in air quality management, forecasting, regulation, industrial emission control, environmental and health impact assessment, and sectors like transport, energy, waste, and chemicals.

Graduates secure jobs in environmental consultancy (UK and abroad), local and national government, the Environment Agency, and industry. Some pursue PhD studies.

Careers Network

Get ready for tomorrow, with advice, guidance and opportunities at every step of your studies. From developing new skills to preparing for a PhD, our Careers Network can help you gain an advantage in the job market or advance in your field.

Whatever you plan to do after your degree, the Careers Network offers a range of events and support services including networking opportunities, career coaching, one-to-one guidance, careers fairs and links with leading graduate recruiters. We also offer subject-specific careers consultants and a dedicated careers website for international students.

Careers and employability