10Dec
Undergraduate This course is subject to validation. You can still apply for this course while it is being approved.
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Course summary
An Environmental Management degree at Brighton prepares you to tackle global challenges such as climate change, resource management and sustainable development. You’ll learn how to assess environmental impacts, manage ecosystems and develop strategies that balance human needs with environmental protection. At Brighton, you’ll join a supportive academic community and gain practical experience through fieldwork, lab sessions and real-world projects. You’ll explore topics including environmental policy, pollution control, sustainability and conservation, and learn to apply GIS and remote sensing for environmental monitoring and planning. Brighton graduates go on to careers in environmental consultancy, sustainability management, conservation organisations, government agencies and international NGOs. Many progress to postgraduate study or specialise in areas such as environmental assessment, renewable energy or climate adaptation. Top reasons to choose this course
- Brighton’s sustainability commitment – study in a city with strong environmental initiatives and access to the South Downs National Park and The Living Coast UNESCO Biosphere.
- Learn specialist field skills on day trips and residential field trips in places such as Wales and Sicily, as well as in our rich local environment.
- Travel and accommodation included in the fees for mandatory residential trips to locations such as Wales and Sicily (go to Fees and costs section for more info).
- Learn hands-on in our specialist facilities developing technical skills in GIS, remote sensing and environmental monitoring – all highly valued across environmental sectors.
- Boost your CV with work experience opportunities, including an optional placement year, funded internship schemes and community volunteering.
- Expert teaching and research links – study with academics engaged in research on sustainability, pollution control and environmental management.
- Flexible study options – this course can be studied full-time or part-time, allowing you to fit your degree around work or other commitments.
Modules
Year 1 Your first year introduces the foundations of environmental management, covering physical geography, global environmental challenges and ecology. You’ll develop essential academic and field skills through a UK-based residential field course, learning survey techniques, risk assessment and research ethics. Alongside this, you’ll gain practical experience in data analysis and GIS, explore climate change and environmental degradation, and build core scientific and communication skills to prepare for advanced study in sustainability and environmental assessment. Core modules Exploring Environments: An Introduction to Geographical and Environmental Fieldwork Statistical and Spatial Data Analysis Fundamentals of Physical Geography Global Challenges: Climate Change and Environmental Degradation Academic Learning for Geography and Environmental Studies Introduction to Ecology and Conservation Year 2 In your second year, you’ll deepen your understanding of sustainability and environmental challenges, exploring topics such as pollution control, resource management and global development issues. You’ll gain practical skills in GIS and remote sensing for environmental monitoring and learn advanced data analysis techniques to support research and decision-making. Fieldwork, including an international residential trip, will enhance your ability to apply theory to real-world contexts. You’ll also develop professional competencies through consultancy-style projects, building skills in project management, teamwork and creative problem-solving to prepare for your final-year research and future career. Core modules Environmental Pollution Sustainable Futures Professional Practice for Global Challenges Geography and Environment International Field Work Research Design and Advanced Data Analysis GIS and Remote Sensing: Principles and Practice Optional Placement Year You can choose a salaried professional placement after year two so you gain hands-on experience with environmental consultancies, sustainability teams, local authorities or NGOs. This year allows you to apply your academic knowledge to real-world projects such as pollution control, resource management and environmental impact assessment. You’ll develop practical skills in GIS, data analysis and environmental monitoring while building valuable industry contacts. The placement enhances your employability and confidence, giving you a competitive edge for careers in environmental management and sustainability. Final year Your final year focuses on applying advanced environmental management skills and completing an independent dissertation on a topic of your choice. You’ll study environmental impact assessment and environmental economics, gaining expertise in evaluating development projects and policy decisions. Option modules allow you to specialise in areas such as water and sanitation, ecological impact assessment, advanced GIS, political ecology or community engagement. You will develop high-level research, analytical and consultancy skills to prepare you for careers in environmental management or progression to postgraduate study. Core modules Environmental Economics Environmental Impact Assessment Dissertation Options* Water, Sanitation and Health Ecological Impact Assessment Advanced GIS and Remote Sensing Community Placement Political Ecology: Contested Environments *Option modules are indicative and may change, depending on timetabling and staff availability.
How to apply
14Jan
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
Please select a course option – you will then see the application code you need to use to apply for the course.
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
- Year 2
Entry requirements for advanced entry (i.e. into Year 2 and beyond)
Foundation Degree/HND/HNC 60% in international foundation. Applicants with an HND or foundation degree may be considered for Year 2 entry.
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 104 - 120 points
A level - BBB - BCC
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DMM
Access to HE Diploma - M: 24 credits
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 26 points
GCSE/National 4/National 5
Foundation Degree/HND/HNC 60% in international foundation. Applicants with an HND or foundation degree may be considered for Year 2 entry.
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | 6.0 overall with a minimum of 5.5. in each element, or equivalent English Language qualification. |
Review our English Language requirements
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
| England | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| EU | £17250 | Year 1 |
| International | £17250 | 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
The fees listed in the table above are for full-time UK undergraduate students in academic year 2025-26. You will pay further fees in each year of your course. Fees may increase each year. UK undergraduate and certain postgraduate fees are regulated by the UK government. The annual fee increase will not exceed the UK government's maximum regulated tuition fee limit set for the relevant academic year. Many of our courses include the option of a salaried placement year. Tuition fees for a placement year are charged at a lower rate of £1850. The international tuition fees listed above are for full-time courses during the academic year 2025-26. Further tuition fees are payable in each year of study. Non-regulated tuition fees, which usually apply to international students and UK postgraduate students* are subject to an annual increase of a maximum of 5% or the Consumer Prices Index (CPI), whichever is higher.
*Some designated postgraduate courses are regulated by the UK government – the annual fee increase for eligible UK / Home students on these designated courses will not exceed the UK government’s regulated tuition fee limit set for the relevant academic year.
Provider information
University of Brighton
Mithras House
Lewes Road
Brighton
BN2 4AT