18Jan
UndergraduateUniversity of Hull has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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Course summary
Become an environmental scientist and tackle the challenges shaping our planet with the University of Hull's IES-accredited course. You'll gain practical, field, and analytical skills to solve real-world environmental problems, with opportunities for field trips in the UK and abroad, and even learning to scuba dive. Better still, you’ll do it all at a university that’s a champion of sustainability with a global reputation for the quality of our research, preparing you for a successful career in this vital field. We take a hands-on approach to learning and you’ll also broaden your horizons with a year of study at one of our partner universities across Europe, Asia, North America, or Australia, gaining new skills, building international contacts, and immersing yourself in a different culture and environment. Why study at Hull?
- Dive in: Choose dive training as part of our Ecology module and become a PADI-certified Advanced Open Water Diver*
- Field trips: Learn by doing and venture to places like Brazil, Egypt and Mallorca
- Sustainability champion: Join a university that cares deeply about a sustainable future for all, with the ambition to be carbon neutral by 2027
- Choose subsidised dive training as part of our Ecology module and become a PADI-certified Advanced Open Water Diver. Extra fee may be payable.
Modules
Core modules include: Marine Biology: An Introduction Ecology (with optional Dive Training) Frontier in Environmental Science Geographical Information Systems Environmental Pollution Environmental Impact Assessment and Monitoring Optional modules include: Adapting to Climate Change Conservation in a Changing World Volcanoes and their Hazards Rivers and their Management Sustainability Economies and Green Politics
Assessment method
You'll be assessed through a combination of written, practical and coursework assessments throughout your degree. Written assessment typically includes exams and multiple choice tests. Practical is an assessment of your skills and competencies. This could include presentations, school experience, work experience or laboratory work. Coursework typically includes essays, written assignments, dissertations, research projects or producing a portfolio of your work.
How to apply
31Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- F753
- Institution code:
- H72
- Campus name:
- The University of Hull
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 120 points
A level - C
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Access to HE Diploma
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 30 points
T Level
Applicants with other qualifications are welcome to apply.
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | This course requires IELTS 6.0 overall, with at least 5.5 in each skill. For other English language proficiency qualifications accepted by the University please visit www.hull.ac.uk |
| Institution's Own Test | 60% overall (with minimum 55% in each skill) |
Please click below for a list of the English language qualifications we accept.
https://www.hull.ac.uk/Choose-Hull/Study-at-Hull/Admissions/English-language-requirements.aspx
Student Outcomes
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Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Republic of Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| England | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | Year 1 |
| International | £19500 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Provider information
University of Hull
Admissions Office
Cottingham Road
Hull
HU6 7RX