Earth and Environmental Science (with Foundation Year) BSc (Hons)
University of Hull
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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15-SEP-25

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4 Years

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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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The University of Hull

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15-SEP-25

Duration

4 Years

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Passionate about creating a sustainable future? This degree will prepare you for a career in a wide range of earth and environmental science industries.From day one, you’ll be trained to become a sustainably minded geoscientist. You’ll study important topics like climate change, clean water, and green energy at a university that is a champion of sustainability with a global reputation for the quality of our research. We also take a hands-on approach to learning through field trips and lab work, ...Read more

Passionate about creating a sustainable future? This degree will prepare you for a career in a wide range of earth and environmental science industries.From day one, you’ll be trained to become a sustainably minded geoscientist. You’ll study important topics like climate change, clean water, and green energy at a university that is a champion of sustainability with a global reputation for the quality of our research. We also take a hands-on approach to learning through field trips and lab work, which is why we include the cost of core field trips in your tuition fees.Add it all up and it means that you’ll graduate with the practical skills and theoretical knowledge to tackle the planet's biggest environmental challenges as a sustainably minded geoscientist.


Why study at Hull?

- Lectures that take you places: All your core field trip costs are included in your tuition fees- Boost your CV: Our hands-on degree includes the option to take a placement or study abroad to develop your workplace skills - Taught by experts: Learn from people at the forefront of research with connections to policy makers and industries that can drive real change


Where could this take me?

With an Earth and Environmental Science degree from Hull, you can work in environmental consulting, renewable energies, geological exploration, and more. Our alumni have gone onto work for the Environment Agency, consultancies, councils, and wildlife trusts. But that’s not all. Your practical, research, and numerical skills are also transferable to teaching, finance, and data analysis. Plus, this course sets you up well for further academic study if you want to.

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CUG Subject Ranking
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43rd
CUG Ranking
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Source: Complete University Guide 2025
73rd
What students say
SR
Student Reviewer
21 Apr 20

It's been pretty good. There's been bumps in the road along the way, but putting that aside, it's been great fun. Mainly the social side and making new friends, which I think most..Read more

SR
Student Reviewer
26 Feb 20

It’s been really great. I’ve made lots of friends, joined a society, I’m doing well in my assignments and I’m really looking forward to the next three years..Read more

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80 Grades / Points required

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International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

24 Grades / Points required

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Pass Access to HE Diploma overall with a minimum 80 UCAS tariff points

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Tuition fees

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England

£9,250 per year

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Students from England

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This is the fee you pay if you live within England. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£9,250 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Scotland

This is the fee you pay if you live within Scotland. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

This is the fee you pay if you live within Scotland. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£9,250 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Wales

This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£9,250 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Northern Ireland

This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£9,250 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Channel Islands

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£19,500 per year

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SR
Student Reviewer
21 Apr 20
It's been pretty good. There's been bumps in the road along the way, but putting that aside, it's been great fun. Mainly the social side and making new friends, which I think most...
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SR
Student Reviewer
26 Feb 20
Geography BSc (Hons)
It’s been really great. I’ve made lots of friends, joined a society, I’m doing well in my assignments and I’m really looking forward to the next three years...
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