Geography and Environmental Sciences involves the study of the human and environmental systems that sustain life on earth. Geography and Environmental Science professionals provide solutions to many of the environmental issues facing urban and rural environments and populations. These include physical planning use of resources environmental health environmental management and life cycle analysis. Increasingly it also includes the emergency aspects of environmental, economic and social development brought about by climate change, new ways of living, unstable earth systems and human conflict. This foundation year bridges the gap between school and undergraduate level study, providing a broad introduction to the subjects. The course provides both academic knowledge and practical skills, and makes use of high quality, current technology and on-site laboratories. It is the first step towards developing the skills you will need to engage successfully with life beyond the classroom, preparing you for working in an environmental context. The course provides both academic knowledge and practical skills, and makes use of high quality, current technology and on-site laboratories. It is the first step towards developing the skills you will need to engage successfully with life beyond the classroom, preparing you for working in an environmental context. Following successful completion of the foundation year you will qualify to join any of the following degrees: Geography BA (Hons), Geography BSc (Hons), Physical Geography BSc (Hons) and Environmental Science BSc (Hons).The foundation year is intended to provide support, raise standards of excellence and increase confidence. The course starts with basic knowledge, theories, practices and skills and, as your knowledge builds, you progress to more complex and in-depth issues associated with geography and environmental sciences. The real world focused, practical modules undertaken will help you develop skills that are most relevant to your chosen degree subject. By the end of the year, you will also be able to demonstrate a range of transferable skills including communication, research, independent and group working that will enhance your prospects and equip you with the knowledge to progress to an undergraduate degree.UCAS Code - F920Mode of Study - 1 year full-time followed by a further 3 years full-time study or 4 years with a placement (sandwich)/study abroad