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Climate change, global trade, war, cultural conflict, biodiversity, poverty and the challenges of international development are among the defining features of our times. These along with similar issues such as energy, waste and sustainability are interlinked, and find a common focus in the OU’s environment, development and international studies courses.

From fuel sources to fair-trade coffee, in our interconnected world governments, organisations and individuals are all encouraged to think about the impact of their actions in environmental and international terms.

With our qualifications you can explore some of the most challenging trends and developments that are shaping our world and the individuals who inhabit it. You'll become a more enlightened citizen. And on a professional level, you’ll acquire highly valued skills that you can deploy in the public, private and voluntary sectors.

Degrees

  • Environmental Management and Technology
    Develop your understanding of the scientific, technical and socio-economic aspects relating to the complex inter-relationships between human activity and environmental systems.
  • Environmental Science
    Develop the knowledge and techniques for understanding fundamental environmental patterns and processes and understand how the technology of environmental science relates to society.
  • Environmental Studies
    Integrating science, technology and social sciences, this degree will help you get to the heart of environmental issues.
  • International Studies
    This degree will enable you to analyse contemporary international issues; grasp key political, economic, environmental and cultural aspects of the international order; and understand international institutions, politics and policy.
  • Open degree
    The BA/BSc Open Degree is a qualification that gives you a huge choice in terms of subjects and modules that you study to make up your degree.

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Study a module as a standalone course

You can study a single module on its own for personal interest or to improve your career prospects. See the list of all our individual courses in Environment, Development and International Studies.

Postgraduate options

If you already have a degree, you may want to see postgraduate courses and qualifications in Environment, Development and International Studies

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