Environmental Science BSc (Hons)
Northumbria University
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From the impacts of our changing climate, the quality of the air we breathe and the water we drink, to the challenges of dealing with our waste and meeting the competing demands on our natural spaces, environmental issues impact on us all.This highly current degree examines topics such as ecology and conservation; sustainable development; resources, energy and waste management and pollution control in both developing and developed countries. You will combine theory, leading edge research and ...Read more

From the impacts of our changing climate, the quality of the air we breathe and the water we drink, to the challenges of dealing with our waste and meeting the competing demands on our natural spaces, environmental issues impact on us all.This highly current degree examines topics such as ecology and conservation; sustainable development; resources, energy and waste management and pollution control in both developing and developed countries. You will combine theory, leading edge research and practical experience in order to find workable solutions to current and future environmental problems.Accredited by the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM).

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WUSCA ranking:
WUSCA student ranking
These are the 2024 rankings, based on ratings given by past and current students.
8/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
37th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
34th
Physical Geographical Sciences
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 - 95 = 5% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
5%
Employment rate
Employment rate
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Source: UNISTATS, 2019
90%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Physical Geographical Sciences graduate salary at this uni
£20,000
UK Physical Geographical Sciences graduate salary
£19,000
What students say
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Alicja
12 Dec 23

It's a really good place to study, the location and facilities are really great and the content of my course is really interesting and focused on practical experience rather than..Read more

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Tabby
12 Dec 23

It's a great place for student..Read more

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Popular A-level subjects

Physical Geographical Sciences

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

Geography
96%
Biology
31%
Mathematics
16%
General Studies
15%
History
12%
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£18,250 per year

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Accommodation fees - Glenamara House - Room type(Single bed), Cost per week (106.96)

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Latest Environmental Science reviews

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Alicja
12 Dec 23
Environmental Science BSc (Hons)
It's a really good place to study, the location and facilities are really great and the content of my course is really interesting and focused on practical experience rather than...
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Tabby
12 Dec 23
Environmental Science BSc (Hons)
It's a great place for student...
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Northumbria University
Northumbria University , Newcastle upon Tyne

Northumbria University offers students the opportunity to develop skills in a wide range of courses, creating a graduate community that...

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Sutherland Building, Northumberland Road Newcastle-upon-Tyne Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 8ST United Kingdom
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