ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES AND SUSTAINABILITY BSC (HONS) DEGREE
Overview
Immerse yourself in the study of environmental sciences and sustainability with an accelerated degree that empowers you to tackle climate change, pollution, and resource management, preparing you to shape a greener future through both theory and practical experience.
The Environmental Sciences and Sustainability BSc (Hons) is a two-year programme designed to develop your ability to think critically about contemporary environmental challenges. The curriculum covers a broad spectrum of topics, including conservation, sustainable development, energy and waste management, pollution control, and the competing demands on natural resources. You will explore the impacts of climate change and air quality, gaining a comprehensive understanding of the issues that affect our planet.
Key features include a blend of theoretical study, hands-on fieldwork, and a work placement, providing you with the opportunity to apply your learning to real-world problems. Modules such as Ecology and Ecosystem, Urban Ecosystem, Environmental Pollution and Public Health, Geographic Information Systems, and Environmental Politics and Policy ensure you develop both scientific expertise and practical skills. In your final semester, you will undertake a major project, focusing your studies and preparing for employment in the environmental sector.
Studying with us means joining a forward-thinking academic community dedicated to sustainability and innovation. Graduates are well prepared for careers in environmental management, conservation, public health, and policy, or for further study at Masters level in areas such as corporate environmental management, environmental strategy, and sustainable development
You will study the challenges of dealing with our waste and meeting the competing demands and sustainability of our natural resources. This very current degree examines the environmental issues that impact us all, with topics such as conservation, sustainable development, resources, energy and waste management, and pollution control being covered. A combination of theory, practice, and a work placement will give you the chance to find workable solutions to current and future environmental problems. In the final semester you will produce a major project to focus your studies and prepare for applying for employment.
The structure of our programmes follows clear educational aims that are tailored to each programme. These are all outlined in the programme specifications which include further details such as the learning outcomes:
Programme Specification for Environmental Sciences and Sustainability BSc (Hons) Degree
Fees
| FEE | COST |
|---|---|
| Fee Per Year | £9000 |
Paying for this Course
There are no up-front tuition fees for this course when taking out a student loan. Read more and find out if you are eligible.
Please note that while we make reasonable adjustments to remove any barriers to education, additional fees may be payable where this is not possible. For example, to provide additional support due to a disability. Please contact us if you believe you have any additional needs so that we can discuss your options before enrolling on a course.
Your Course
Level 4:
- Academic Skills
- Contemporary Issues
- Environment and Sustainability
- Environmental History
- Planet Earth
- Ecology and Ecosystem
- Research Methods
- Global Environmental Issues
Level 5:
- Atmosphere and Global Climate Change
- Urban Ecosystem
- Global Water Resources
- Environmental Pollution and Public Health
- Geographic Information Systems and Environmental Management
- Research and Data Analysis
- Field Work in Environmental Sciences
- Work Placement
Level 6:
- Environmental Dissertation
- Remote Sensing in Environmental Management
- Environmental Politics and Policy
- Biodiversity: Conservation and Management
- Global Environmental Movement: Past and Present
- Green Future: Towards Sustainability
Your Future
Progression routes could also include studying a Masters in areas such as:
- Corporate Environmental Management
- MSc Environmental Strategy
- MSc Sustainable Development
Entry Requirements
You can apply for this higher education course in the following ways:
- Via the UCAS website. Visit www.ucas.com and browse the courses available under 'University Centre Farnborough'.
- Directly to University Centre Farnborough via the button on this webpage. Applications take around 15 minutes and are free of charge. You can apply to us direct at any time in the year (including after the UCAS deadline). Applications of this type are separate to the UCAS system, which means you could also apply for more than the five universities that UCAS allows.
UCAS Code - BES1
Institution Code - F66
Either:
- 72 UCAS points from relevant subject(s)
- An Access to Higher Education Diploma, with suitable grades
- As a mature students who has relevant evidence of work experience and/or relevant recent study following a successful interview
Students are not required to have studied Environmental studies before but they must have an appropriate Level 3 qualification which meets the entry requirements.
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