Environmental Biology BSc (Hons)
University of Nottingham
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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Course info

Are you passionate about environmental protection, wildlife conservation and ecology?Our course uncovers the human impacts on our natural environment. You will study environmental threats and management. The biggest threats to biodiversity are climate change, habitat loss, invasive species. Youll study the effect of these threats, and learn ways to manage and reduce them.All environmental sciences students will complete fieldwork and gain practical skills. This real-world experience allows you ...Read more

Are you passionate about environmental protection, wildlife conservation and ecology?Our course uncovers the human impacts on our natural environment. You will study environmental threats and management. The biggest threats to biodiversity are climate change, habitat loss, invasive species. You'll study the effect of these threats, and learn ways to manage and reduce them.All environmental sciences students will complete fieldwork and gain practical skills. This real-world experience allows you to apply your knowledge and develop the skills which are in demand by the environmental sector. Topics include:- Ecology- Conservation- Animal behaviour- Botany- Sustainability- Environmental protectionOur flexible course means you can choose the modules that interest you most.


Practical work

You'll gain experience in surveying techniques that are used when working as an ecologist. Day trips, field work and visits to local sites will include activities such as:- bat surveys- phase one habitat surveys- sustainable homes- renewable energy- winter tree IDYou'll be taught by active researchers who work with environmental consultancies on bioenergy technology projects. Ecologists from local consultancies deliver training and expertise.


Placement opportunity

Get real-life experience with a possible industry placement year.


Study abroad

You'll have the opportunity to apply to study abroad and gain a global perspective of environmental science

Key stats

CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
28th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
30th
Ecology and Environmental Biology
Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 90 = 10% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
10%
Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
90%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Ecology and Environmental Biology graduate salary at this uni
£21,000
UK Ecology and Environmental Biology graduate salary
£20,000
What students say
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Sage
31 Jan 23

I think the University is great but lacks things such as a student club. There was also minimal support for first years during..Read more

SR
Student Reviewer
23 Jan 23

The university is great as it prioritises diversity and allows everyone to feel comfortable. There are facilities catered to people with disabilities as well as prayer rooms and..Read more

Modules

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Entry requirements

Exam type

A level

A level:

ABB Grades / Points required

Scottish Higher:

ABBBB Grades / Points required

Scottish Advanced Higher:

AB Grades / Points required

Access to HE Diploma:

D:24,M:21 Grades / Points required

Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal:

D3,M2,M3 Grades / Points required

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

30 Grades / Points required

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

DD Grades / Points required

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016):

D Grades / Points required

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

DDD Grades / Points required

Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015):

A - B Grades / Points required

To include Biology.Citizenship Studies, Critical Thinking, General Studies, Science and Society and Leisure Studies not accepted.

This qualification is only accepted in combination with two Scottish Advanced Highers at grades AB including Biology.

To include Biology. This qualification is only accepted in combination with five Scottish Highers at grades ABBBB.

This qualification will be considered where appropriate biology content is being studied.The requirement is 60 credits- overall with 45 graded credits at Level 3. 24 credits must be achieved at Distinction plus 21 graded Level 3 credits at Merit, including 15 credits from biology units.

To include Biology.

including Higher Level Biology grade 5.Alternatively, 655 in 3 Higher Level Certificates including Higher Level Biology.

This qualification will be considered alongside A Level grade B. Applications are considered on an individual basis to ensure sufficient biology has been studied.The required A Levels for mixed BTEC and A Level grade profiles depends on the science content studied in the BTEC.

This qualification will be considered alongside A Level grades B,B. Applications are considered on an individual basis to ensure sufficient biology has been studied.The required A Levels for mixed BTEC and A Level grade profiles depends on the science content studied in the BTEC.

Applications are considered on an individual basis to ensure sufficient biology has been studied.

This qualification or the WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate - is accepted alongside Biology plus one other additional A level or equivalent.

Popular A-level subjects

Ecology and Environmental Biology

Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni.

Biology
89%
Chemistry
67%
Mathematics
60%
Geography
23%
Physics
16%
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Tuition fees

Students living in

England

£9,250 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from England

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.

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

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
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

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
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

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
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

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Channel Islands

This is the fee you pay if you live within Channel Islands. Please note, this is subject to change.

This is the fee you pay if you live within Channel Islands. Please note, this is subject to change.

£28,600 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from EU

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

£28,600 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from International

This is the fee you pay if you are an International student. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£28600 Per year

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Latest reviews

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Sage
31 Jan 23
Environmental Biology BSc (Hons)
I think the University is great but lacks things such as a student club. There was also minimal support for first years during...
Read more
SR
Student Reviewer
23 Jan 23
Environmental Biology BSc (Hons)
The university is great as it prioritises diversity and allows everyone to feel comfortable. There are facilities catered to people with disabilities as well as prayer rooms and...
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