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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) or Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BA/BSc (H)

Global Sustainability

University of Exeter

(4.1)
160 reviews

Entry requirements

Here's what you will need to get a place on the Global Sustainability course at University of Exeter.

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UCAS Tariff

128

The university hasn't set UCAS points for this course. To help you compare, we've estimated the tariff using the entry requirements for other qualifications, like A-levels. Make sure you also check the grade requirements to see exactly what you'll need.

Tuition fees

LocationFees
England£9,535 per year (provisional)
Scotland£9,535 per year (provisional)
Wales£9,535 per year (provisional)
Northern Ireland£9,535 per year (provisional)
Channel Islands£9,535 per year (provisional)
EU£31,200 per year
International£31,200 per year

Course summary

What this course is about

UCAS code: C305

Here's what University of Exeter says about its Global Sustainability course.

  • Learn from leading experts across natural sciences, social sciences, and humanities.

  • Tailor your degree with a range of optional modules and choose your dissertation focus to graduate with a BA or BSc.

  • Study at our Penryn Campus, home to the Environment and Sustainability Institute (ESI), a leading research centre tackling environmental challenges.

  • Examine sustainability challenges at local, regional, and global scales, fostering a deep understanding of interconnected social and ecological systems

  • Develop skills in critical thinking, problem-solving, and interdisciplinary collaboration, preparing you for careers in sustainability, environmental management, and beyond.

Source: University of Exeter

Course details

Qualification

Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) or Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BA/BSc (H)

Department

Environment and Sustainability Institute

Location

University of Exeter - Penryn Campus, Cornwall | Cornwall

Duration

3 Years

Study mode

Full-time

Subjects

• Ecology

Start date

21 September 2026

Application deadline

14 January 2026

University of Exeter reviews

(4.1)
Based on 160 reviews from University of Exeter's students and alumni
5 star
28%
4 star
53%
3 star
16%
2 star
3%
1 star
1%
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1st year

Natural sciences

They are excellent, provide lots of services and have so many societies and hold many events and campaigns. I know that if I ever had any problems they would be able to provide support or direct me in the right direction

(5)

5 months ago

1st year

Natural sciences

I really like the uni life at Exeter. In the day it is so lovely being in such a green campus. There are many places to go and relax and wind down. Everything you need is so close to campus and there are many places to explore in the city and by train. The night life has been great for me, but I’m n...

(5)

5 months ago

1st year

Natural sciences

I have recieved a couple of bursaries from the university and they have significantly reduced the financial stress. Overall Exeter is quite expensive, but manageable. If you ever find yourself without money there are hardship funds other money pools you can access.

(5)

5 months ago

1st year

Natural sciences

From my experience with using both the academic and welfare support systems at Exeter, they have both been friendly, caring, and efficient. There are plenty of places support is available: your personal academic tutor, your departments student hub, or the wider services which can be accessed online ...

(5)

5 months ago

1st year

Natural sciences

The faculties at Exeter are amazing. The accommodation is excellent and any problems get sorted right away. There are two large libraries and plenty of study space all over campus. There are a variety of places to get food from and several shops to get basic groceries

(5)

5 months ago

1st year

Natural sciences

In the first year of natural sciences you have to study all the sciences, maths and computing. This allows freedom in the preceding years to choose modules from any department in the university. The timetable is as good as you can get with so much content. Overall the teaching has been excellent and...

(5)

5 months ago

National Student Survey (NSS) scores

The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.

Here you can see ratings from University of Exeter students who took the Global Sustainability course - or another course in the same subject area.

Ecology and environmental biology

Select an option to see a detailed breakdown

How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?

79%

low

How good are teaching staff at explaining things?

88%

low

How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?

81%

low

How often is the course intellectually stimulating?

86%

low

To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?

80%

med

How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?

79%

low

How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?

75%

low

To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?

79%

low

To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?

66%

low

How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?

73%

low

How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?

75%

low

How often does feedback help you to improve your work?

67%

med

How often have you received assessment feedback on time?

83%

med

How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?

55%

low

How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?

79%

low

How well have teaching staff supported your learning?

80%

low

How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?

70%

low

How well organised is your course?

78%

med

How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?

82%

low

How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?

89%

med

How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?

90%

med

How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?

50%

low

To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?

90%

med

To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?

70%

low

How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?

59%

low

During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?

86%

low

How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?

75%

med

Student information

See who's studying at University of Exeter. These students are taking Global Sustainability or another course from the same subject area.

Ecology and environmental biology
Mode of study
Full-time100%
Gender ratio
Female60%Male39%
Where students come from
International7%UK93%
Student performance
2:1 or above92%
Number of students370
Most popular A-levels studied
SubjectGrade
BiologyB
ChemistryB
GeographyB
MathematicsA
PsychologyB
Source: HESA

Graduate prospects

What graduates do next

The Global Sustainability course includes content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below for information about University of Exeter graduates across each of those subject areas.

Biosciences
Ecology and environmental biology

Graduate statistics

55%

In a job where degree was essential or beneficial

69%

Say it fits with future plans

42%

Are utilising studies

Top job areas

12%

Business and public service associate professionals

11%

Conservation and environment professionals

11%

Elementary occupations

11%

Natural and social science professionals

Graduate statistics

65%

In a job where degree was essential or beneficial

85%

In work, study or other activity

75%

Say it fits with future plans

35%

Are utilising studies

Top job areas

20%

Business and public service associate professionals

15%

Conservation and environment professionals

10%

Natural and social science professionals

5%

Administrative occupations

Graduate statistics percentages are determined 15 months after a student graduates

Earnings after graduation

Earnings from University of Exeter graduates who took Global Sustainability - or another course in the same subject area.

Biosciences

Earnings

£21.5k

First year after graduation

£26.3k

Third year after graduation

£30.7k

Fifth year after graduation

Shown here are the median earnings of graduates at one, three and five years after they completed a course related to Global Sustainability.

Source: LEO

Note: this data only looks at employees (and not those who are self-employed or also studying) and covers a broad sample of graduates and the various paths they've taken, which might not always be a direct result of their degree

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