Ethics – Environmental and Animal Ethics (Part-time) (PGCert)
Our PGCert in Environmental and Animal Ethics, is aimed at people currently working in the environmental sector, whether in conservation, resource management, veterinary science, or charity and fundraising sectors.
Whether you want to take a personal interest in moral philosophy to another level, update your skills and knowledge to keep up with the ethical dimension of your profession, or are just looking for a challenge, this online, part-time course can fit into your life.
This programme is a distinct offering that draws on established strengths in postgraduate philosophy provision and current staff expertise.
Course details
- Distance Learning
- Part-time
- English
Why choose this course?
What you will learn
The programme will draw on research active staff in the field of philosophy and ethics, including their professional experience in public service ethics consideration and in legislative and policy change, as well as develop the Lampeter humanities offer in a more work and skill orientated direction.
The programme will offer an opportunity for students to critically engage with key challenges of the 21st century workplace, alongside developing an understanding of the ways in which academic knowledge of ethics can inform everyday professional practice. This development of key skills and awareness within the workplace advances workplaces’ skills and capacities to contribute to new knowledge about social transformation and professional working behaviours.
Disclaimer
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We listen to student feedback and insights from industry and from professionals to ensure that course content is high-quality and up-to-date, and that it offers the best possible preparation for your future career or study goals.
For this reason, there might be modifications to the content of your course over time, to keep up to date with changes in the subject area or in the sector. If a module is no longer running, we’ll make sure to keep you informed, and work with you to choose a different suitable module.
Ratings and Rankings
Staff
Our People
You will be taught and supported by a wide range of professional staff and teams here to help you get the university experience you are looking for. Our teaching staff were ranked 2nd in Wales for assessments and feedback (NSS 2023) meaning the comments you get back from your work will help you learn. Our commitment to your learning has seen our students place us as Top 10 in the UK for Lecturers and Teaching Quality. Find out more about our academic staff who teach across our courses.
Further information
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An undergraduate degree or equivalent.
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This programme will be assessed through a blend of teaching assessments.
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All core books will be available via the library, but students may wish to buy their own copies, or may choose to buy optional resources.
You will need to have access to a laptop or computer or another electronic device that enables you to use the University’s e-learning systems.
Should students want to access the course from the campus and should they want to visit campus, they are free to use the library computers, but as distance-learners, they will be required to have access remotely.
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You may be eligible for funding to help support your study. To find out about scholarships, bursaries and other funding opportunities that are available, please visit our Bursaries and Scholarships section.