Environmental Science - BSc (Hons)

University of Exeter

Best aspects: - the rural location, and proximity to the sea, of the University of Exeter's Penryn Campus, Cornwall - the modules available on the Environmental Science course are very diverse and interesting - small campus so you get to know fellow students well Worst aspects: - it takes so long to travel to and from Uni, but it's worth the trip!

Penryn and Falmouth are beautiful places, however they are quite out of the way and nightlife obviously isn’t the same as big cities. The uni has fantastic student support and services, the accommodation is lovely, and the lecturers are experts in their topic. Improvements could be made with the bus system, as they are highly unreliable (sometimes cancelling service just as they arrive), so a uni bus service could be put in place.

So far I have had nothing but a good time at the uni of Exeter (Penryn campus). I am enjoying my lectures, the societies and the lifestyle. My life is very busy with everything I have got involved in, and I only wish I had more time to do it all. For one campus there is an awful lot on offer, both related to my course and completely unrelated. However, one improvement I would like to see is more sports facilities. All my lecturers are friendly and strive to make their lectures engaging and amusing, and all the textbooks, powerpoints and assignments are available online which is very handy. The location is very scenic, the buses to the nearest town are regular and usually reliable and the campus is a great environment to live and work in. It's a good compromise between getting away from the urban environment while still being a convenient distance to everything, and I love being close to the sea. Overall, I have very little negative to say. It's not perfect but I have no doubt it was the right university for me. Also did I mention they have a corridor of skeletons??!!

Positives: Location: The campus is surrounded by stunning natural landscapes, providing ample opportunities for fieldwork and research in diverse ecosystems such as coastal, marine, and terrestrial environments. Facilities: The campus has state-of-the-art laboratories, research facilities, and equipment, offering students hands-on experience and opportunities to engage in cutting-edge research projects. Expert Faculty: The university attracts top faculty members who are experts in their fields, providing students with quality education, mentorship, and research guidance. Community: The campus fosters a supportive and inclusive community where students can collaborate with peers, participate in extracurricular activities, and engage in interdisciplinary projects. Could be improved: Increased Research Opportunities: Providing more research opportunities, internships, and collaborative projects with industry partners can enrich learning experiences and prepare us for careers in environmental science. Expanded Fieldwork Opportunities: Offering more fieldwork opportunities in diverse environments, particularly globally (as this has been discontinued) can provide students with a broader understanding of environmental issues and ecosystems. Enhanced Sustainability Initiatives: Implementing sustainability initiatives on campus, such as reducing carbon footprint, promoting renewable energy usage, and minimizing waste generation, can align with the values of environmental science students and contribute to a more eco-friendly campus environment. Strengthening Community Engagement: Encouraging students to actively engage with local communities on environmental conservation projects can foster a sense of civic responsibility and make a tangible impact on environmental issues in the region. Overall, It is an incredibly good campus and the opportunity and learning provided is excellent and I would recommend anyone to apply for the course.

I’m on the Penryn campus. The location is great especially if you’re into the outdoors, but also because we share a campus with Falmouth uni which means we have a great music and art scene. There is a great mix of interesting people making it so fun to live down here. My course is great and very multidisciplinary, with modules of law and politics as well as some modules taught by the medics from the Truro medicine campus on top of the science and geography modules.