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Delivery method: Online learning with tutor support. 

Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) is a process of evaluating the likely environmental effects of a proposed project or development, taking into account inter-related socio-economic, cultural and human-health impacts, both beneficial and detrimental.

Course Description

Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) is a process of evaluating the likely environmental effects of a proposed project or development, taking into account inter-related socio-economic, cultural and human-health impacts, both beneficial and detrimental.

This module introduces students to the EIA's structure and multi-stage process. On completion, students should be able to determine when an EIA is required, identify the key stakeholders, complete screening and scoping studies, and demonstrate an understanding of the relevant regulatory and legislative frameworks.

This is an optional module for the Diploma in Field and Conservation Ecology at Aberystwyth University and will be valuable for anyone interested or involved in environmental impact assessment who wants to learn more about the process. This module would be useful for professionals working in the environmental, construction and architectural sectors, who may use or need to produce an EIA.