Foundation in Environmental Sciences
University of Plymouth International College (UPIC) - Navitas UK
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OverviewDo you have what it takes to tackle environmental challenges both on land and in our oceans?The climate crisis is becoming an increasingly pressing issue which requires practical solutions to climate change, biodiversity loss, conservation and sustainability.Once you successfully complete our Environmental Sciences course, you will learn to identify and develop solutions to real-world environmental problems. With this degree, you can choose specialist modules and boost your ...Read more

Overview

Do you have what it takes to tackle environmental challenges both on land and in our oceans?

The climate crisis is becoming an increasingly pressing issue which requires practical solutions to climate change, biodiversity loss, conservation and sustainability.

Once you successfully complete our Environmental Sciences course, you will learn to identify and develop solutions to real-world environmental problems. With this degree, you can choose specialist modules and boost your employability with professional accreditation.

Special Features

First year direct entry available for BSc (Hons) Environmental Science

Overseas fieldwork opportunities and optional placement year

Degrees Available

BSc (Hons) Environmental Management and Sustainability

BSc (Hons) Environmental Science

BSc (Hons) Environmental Geoscience

BSc (Hons) Geology

BSc (Hons) Physical Geography and Geology

Careers

Environmental Engineer

Environmental Law

Oceanography

Wildlife Biologist

Foundation Plus is designed for students who have a slightly lower level of English on entry (IELTS 5.0 overall or the equivalent). It has all the benefits of our standard Foundation programme, plus additional English language support throughout.

Modules

Modules (Year 1)
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Entry requirements

GCSE/National 4/National 5:

E - A Grades / Points required

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma:

PP Grades / Points required

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate:

M Grades / Points required

5 GCSE passes at A-E/9-3. Given Grades may vary based on the equivalency of your specific qualifications. For applicants whose first language is not English, we accept the English language tests like5.5 overall with no less than 5.5 in any band.

Applicants need to have BTEC Diploma (PP). Given Grades may vary based on the equivalency of your specific qualifications. For applicants whose first language is not English, we accept the English language tests like IELTS 5.5 overall with no less than 5.5 in any band.

Applicants need to have BTEC Extended Certificate (M). Given Grades may vary based on the equivalency of your specific qualifications. For applicants whose first language is not English, we accept the English language tests like IELTS 5.5 overall with no less than 5.5 in any band.

Tuition fees

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England

£15,950 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 fee has been confirmed.

£15,950 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 EU

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This is the fee you pay if you live within the European Union. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£15,950 per year

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

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Uni info

University of Plymouth International College (UPIC) - Navitas UK
15 Portland Villas Drake Circus Plymouth PL4 8AA United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Plymouth  0.2 miles away

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