Geography, Sustainable Development and Climate Change BSc (Hons)
University of Sussex
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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23-SEP-24

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**1st in the world for Development Studies (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2023)****3rd in the UK for our research impact in Geography and Environmental Studies in REF 2021 (Times Higher Education)****=16th in the UK for Geography (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2023)****About the course**Climate change and sustainability are two of the biggest global issues of our time. At Sussex, you’ll learn from specialists in their fields, including people who inform international climate ...Read more


1st in the world for Development Studies (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2023)


3rd in the UK for our research impact in Geography and Environmental Studies in REF 2021 (Times Higher Education)


=16th in the UK for Geography (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2023)


About the course

Climate change and sustainability are two of the biggest global issues of our time. At Sussex, you’ll learn from specialists in their fields, including people who inform international climate change policy at the highest levels. On this solutions-based course, you’ll look at:- the extent of environmental degradation and its root causes- the often complex pathways in which these causes lead to environmental damage- the alternatives that can be implemented to ensure sustainability.You’ll take an interdisciplinary view on the scientific basis of claims of global climate change, the human responsibility and the future implications of the change. From a perspective that bridges physical and human geography, you’ll learn about environmental management and sustainable development. In addition, you’ll have the opportunity to attend regular seminars from world leading policy-makers and practitioners.Our setting – within the South Downs National Park – means you’ll have the opportunity to take your learning out into the field. We offer an excellent choice of local and global field-trip destinations, recently including the Mojave Desert, Los Angeles, China and Greece.As a graduate, you’ll have the knowledge and skills to start a career in a climate-related field around the world.

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CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
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24th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2024
50th
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Ella
15 Jan 24

Love my life at uni of sussex, super friendly environment and beautiful campus and Brighton is the best. Only thing that could be improved is more sport societies for people not..Read more

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Martina
07 Dec 23

Nice people, made friends for life. Good and helpful..Read more

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A level

A level:

BBB - ABB Grades / Points required

Scottish Higher:

ABBBB - AABBB Grades / Points required

Access to HE Diploma:

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

Extended Project:

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

30 - 32 Grades / Points required

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

DDD - DDM Grades / Points required

You will have A-levels which include Geography or another science subject at grade B. You will also need GCSE (or equivalent) Mathematics, with at least grade 4 (or grade C).You should also have a broad range of GCSEs 9-4 (A*-C), including good grades in relevant subjects.

Highers must include both either Geography or another science, with at least grade A. Ideally, you will also have this as Advanced Highers. If you are taking Scottish Advanced Highers we would normally ask for at least BBB.You will also need Scottish National 5 in Mathematics at grade C.

Pass Diploma with at least 39 level 3 credits at Merit or above including 21-24 credits at Distinction.The Access Diploma would ideally contain substantial amounts of Level 3 credit in Geography and/or another science subject.You will need GCSE (or equivalent) Mathematics, with at least grade 4 (or grade C).

We take the EPQ into account when considering your application and it can be useful in the summer when your results are released if you have narrowly missed the conditions of your offer. We do not routinely include the EPQ in the conditions of your offer but we sometimes offer alternative conditions that include the EPQ. If you wish to discuss this further please contact Admissions at ug.applicants@sussex.ac.uk

This score should be from the full IB Diploma. Including at least 5 in higher level Geography or another science subject.

The BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma would preferably be in Applied Science.If not in Applied Science you should have an A-level in Geography or another science along side your BTEC.You will need GCSE (or equivalent) Mathematics, with at least grade 4 (or grade C).You should also have a broad range of GCSEs 9-4 (A*-C), including good grades in relevant subjects.

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£9,250 per year

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Scotland

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Wales

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Northern Ireland

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Channel Islands

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£25,000 per year

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Students from EU

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£25,000 per year

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