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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
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OCT-25
4 Years
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
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Full Time
OCT-25
4 Years
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There has never been a greater need for scientists who understand how the Earth system functions and responds to human activities. You'll learn how to apply this knowledge in the broader social and economic context of managing the environment to ensure a sustainable future.
Research-led teaching with a multidisciplinary focus will provide you with the knowledge and skills needed to address complex environmental problems such as climate change, air pollution and energy transitions.
Teaching and assessment
You’ll study and learn with academics who are active researchers, experts in their field and have a passion for their subjects. Our approach to teaching will provide you with the knowledge, opportunities, and support you need to grow and succeed in a global workplace.
Careers and skills
The BSc in Environmental Science will equip you with practical, applied skills for both environment-related employment and more general career opportunities. The department has a track record of providing a springboard to a wide range of careers and postgraduate research.
Career opportunities
Exam type
A levelA level:
ABB Grades / Points required
Scottish Higher:
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
Scottish Advanced Higher:
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
Access to HE Diploma:
D:30,M:15 Grades / Points required
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal:
D3,M2,M2 Grades / Points required
Extended Project:
C Grades / Points required
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:
34 Grades / Points required
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma:
DDM Grades / Points required
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):
DDM Grades / Points required
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015):
A - B Grades / Points required
Essential Subjects: Two of the following Science subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Studies, Geography, Geology, Life and Health Sciences, Mathematics, Physics or Psychology are essential.
Please use the course link below for more details on Scottish entry requirements.
Please use the course link below for more details on Scottish entry requirements.
Pass Access to HE Diploma with 30 credits at Distinction and 15 at Merit or higher including Science-related units.
Cambridge Pre-U's in two of the following Science subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Studies, Geography, Geology, Life and Health Sciences, Mathematics, Physics or Psychology are essential.
If you achieve C or higher at EPQ, you may be eligible for an alternative offer up to one A Level grade (or equivalent) below our typical offer.
With 6 in Higher Level in two of the following Science subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Systems and Societies, Geography, Mathematics, Physics or Psychology.
We consider a range of OCR qualifications equivalent to 3 A Levels, or in combination with A Levels or other qualifications.A Levels in two of the following Science subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Studies, Geography, Geology, Life and Health Sciences, Mathematics, Physics or Psychology (or equivalent qualification) at grade B are essential. We may also consider relevant units in your OCR Cambridge Technical as A Level Science equivalent.
We consider a range of BTEC qualifications equivalent to 3 A Levels, or in combination with A Levels or other qualifications.A Levels in two of the following Science subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Studies, Geography, Geology, Life and Health Sciences, Mathematics, Physics or Psychology (or equivalent qualification) at grade B are essential. We may also consider relevant units in your BTEC as A Level Science equivalent.
We will consider this qualification alongside or in combination with A Levels or other qualifications, as equivalent to one A Level.
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£9,250 per year
Students from England
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£9,250 per year
Students from Scotland
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£9,250 per year
Students from Wales
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£9,250 per year
Students from Northern Ireland
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£9,250 per year
Students from Channel Islands
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£31,100 per year
Students from EU
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£31,100 per year
Students from International
£31100 Per year
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