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Environmental Science at University of Southampton - UCAS

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Course summary

Explore some of the biggest environmental challenges of today and the future. On your three-year Environmental Science degree you will explore how science can be applied to protect our planet in one of five specialist pathways: Business and the Environment, Biodiversity and Conservation, Environmental Change, Water and the Environment, and Sustainability. Specialising in your chosen pathway, whilst exploring a wide range of subjects including environmental science, geography, ecology, geology, law, and oceanography, you'll develop the knowledge and skills required to tackle the complex major environmental challenges of the twenty-first century. This programme will integrate theory-based learning with practical and project work, to work towards sustainable solutions to environmental problems. You'll graduate prepared for a rewarding career* in many fields, like environmental management and conservation. *Geography and Environmental Science is ranked 6th in the Guardian best UK universities league table 2024 and 95% of Environmental Science graduates were in employment or further study 15 months after graduation (Graduate Outcomes 2020/2021)

Modules

In each year of study, you will complete compulsory modules, plus a further number relating to your chosen pathway. Core modules (for all five pathways): Year 1: Dangerous World Dynamic Landscapes Ecology & Conservation Environmental Field Techniques and Applications Environmental Science: Concepts and Communication Exploring Urban and Natural Environments Quantitative Methods The Earth System Year 2: Introductory Geographic Information Systems Introduction to Environmental Pollution Plus four optional modules of your choice Year 3: Legal & Policy Landscapes Individual Project Plus five optional modules of your choice A full list of modules is available on the course page on our website. Please note: information included was correct at time of publication, March 2024.

Assessment method

Your learning is delivered, and assessed, through a wide range of methods to ensure you develop a broad variety of skills that will set you up for success after graduation. You will be assessed through coursework; laboratory reports and essays; design and problem solving exercises; individual and group projects; written and practical exams; creative projects; oral presentations; dissertation. Throughout, you'll be supported by a personal academic tutor, your peers, and have access to a senior tutor.


How to apply

Application codes

Course code:
F900
Institution code:
S27
Campus name:
Main Site - Highfield Campus
Campus code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

Applicants must hold GCSE English language (or GCSE English) (minimum grade 4/C) and mathematics (minimum grade 4/C)

Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course

https://www.southampton.ac.uk/courses/environmental-science-degree-bsc#entry-requirements


English language requirements

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IELTS (Academic)IELTS requirements to be confirmed

English Language proficiency for international students: All programmes at the University of Southampton are taught and assessed in the medium of English (other than those in modern foreign languages). Therefore, all applicants must demonstrate they possess at least a minimum standard of English language proficiency. For more information on the University of Southampton’s English Language entry requirements, please see the English Language Proficiency webpage.

All programmes at the University of Southampton are taught and assessed in English. All applicants must demonstrate they possess at least a minimum standard of English language proficiency.

https://www.southampton.ac.uk/studentadmin/admissions/admissions-policies/language.page


Student Outcomes

Operated by the Office for Students
75%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
90%
Go onto work and study

The number of student respondents and response rates can be important in interpreting the data – it is important to note your experience may be different from theirs. This data will be based on the subject area rather than the specific course. Read more about this data on the Discover Uni website.

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

England £9250 Year 1
Northern Ireland £9250 Year 1
Scotland £9250 Year 1
Wales £9250 Year 1
Channel Islands £9250 Year 1
Republic of Ireland £9250 Year 1
EU £28800 Year 1
International £28800 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

Please see our website for further details and updates: www.southampton.ac.uk/uni-life/fees-funding.page
Environmental Science at University of Southampton - UCAS