An advanced three-year diploma that develops environmental engineering knowledge, practical skills, and professional competence across sustainability, pollution control, water systems, renewable en...
This ICTQual AB qualification is a 360-credit, three-year diploma made up of 36 mandatory units. It is graded Pass/Fail and assessed through coursework, assignments, and verifiable experience.
360 credits over 3 years
36 mandatory units
Pass/Fail grading structure
Coursework and assignment based assessment
Internal and external quality assurance
Progression to higher study and environmental engineering roles
The ICTQual Level 6 Diploma in Environmental Engineering is designed to provide advanced knowledge and applied skills for addressing environmental challenges through engineering practice. The qualification covers sustainable development, pollution control, renewable energy, water and wastewater systems, environmental monitoring, and research-based problem solving.
Covers foundational, specialised, and advanced environmental engineering studies
Builds practical and analytical engineering competence
Supports sustainable and compliant engineering decision-making
Includes research, design, and internship components
Develops technical, professional, and project management skills
Prepares learners for further study and sector progression
This qualification develops broad and advanced environmental engineering competence through mandatory study in science, engineering, sustainability, regulation, management, and applied research.
Understand core environmental engineering principles and environmental science concepts
Apply chemistry, mathematics, mechanics, and fluid principles in environmental engineering contexts
Design and evaluate solutions for pollution control, water treatment, waste management, and renewable energy
Assess environmental impacts, risks, regulations, and sustainability requirements in engineering projects
Use environmental data, monitoring systems, and research methods to support evidence-based decisions
Plan, manage, and deliver environmental engineering projects, design work, internships, and independent research
This qualification is suitable for learners and practitioners seeking advanced environmental engineering knowledge and recognised vocational progression in the field.
Learners progressing from a Level 5 or equivalent related qualification
Aspiring environmental engineers seeking a structured three-year diploma
Technicians and practitioners moving into environmental engineering roles
Professionals in sustainability, utilities, water, waste, or compliance functions
Individuals aiming to strengthen applied engineering and research capability
Candidates seeking progression to higher qualifications or advanced professional roles
Applicants must meet ICTQual AB entry requirements for age, prior learning, and relevant academic or professional background.
Applicants must be at least 16 years old
A minimum of a Level 5 qualification or equivalent in a related field is expected; experienced candidates may also be considered on a case-by-case basis
Assessment is based on ICTQual AB’s competency evaluation model and quality assurance process. Learners are assessed through centre-delivered internal assessment and verification, with external quality assurance by ICTQual AB.
Coursework based assessment
Assignment submission against learning outcomes
Internal assessment and IQA by the Approved Training Centre
External quality assurance by ICTQual AB verifiers
Successful learners can progress academically and professionally within environmental engineering, sustainability, infrastructure, compliance, and research pathways.
Progress to higher-level environmental engineering or related qualifications
Advance into environmental engineering, sustainability, or compliance roles
Progress into project, design, monitoring, or resource management functions
Use the qualification to support broader professional and career development
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