Environmental Science
University of Nottingham
UCAS Code: F900 | Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
University of Nottingham
UCAS Code: F900 | Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Entry requirements
A level
To include at least one science-based subject from Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Geography, Geology, Maths, Environmental Science or Environmental Technology. Citizenship Studies, Critical Thinking, General Studies, Science and Society and Leisure Studies not accepted.
Access to HE Diploma
This qualification will be considered where appropriate science content is being studied. The requirement is 60 credits- overall with 45 graded credits at Level 3. 24 credits must be achieved at Distinction plus 21 graded Level 3 credits at Merit, including 15 credits from biology units.
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
To include at least one accepted science-based subject from Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Geography, Geology, Maths, Environmental Science or Environmental Technology.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
GCSE English and Maths grade C/4.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
including Higher Level 5 in 1 of Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Geography, Psychology, Environmental Systems and Societies. Alternatively, 655 in 3 Higher Level certificates including 1 of Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Geography, Psychology, Environmental Systems and Societies.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
This qualification will be considered alongside A Level grade B. Applications are considered on an individual basis to ensure sufficient science has been studied. The required A Levels for mixed BTEC and A Level grade profiles depends on the science content studied in the BTEC.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
This qualification will be considered alongside A Level grades B,B. Applications are considered on an individual basis to ensure sufficient science has been studied. The required A Levels for mixed BTEC and A Level grade profiles depends on the science content studied in the BTEC.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Applications are considered on an individual basis to ensure sufficient science has been studied.
Scottish Advanced Higher
To include at least one science-based subject from Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Geography, Geology, Maths, Environmental Science or Environmental Technology. This qualification is only accepted in combination with five Scottish Highers at grades ABBBB.
Scottish Higher
This qualification is only accepted in combination with two Scottish Advanced Highers at grades AB, including at least one science-based subject from Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Geography, Geology, Maths, Environmental Science or Environmental Technology.
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)
This qualification - or the WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate - is accepted alongside at least one accepted science-based subject at A-level plus an additional A-level or equivalent. Accepted science-based subjects are Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Geography, Geology, Maths, Environmental Science or Environmental Technology.
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About this course
Our course explores the relationship between humans and the environment. You'll develop the skills to tackle environmental problems and help deliver a sustainable future.
We need scientists to respond to some of the biggest environmental challenges:
- climate change
- biodiversity loss of species and habitat
- environmental pollution
Study a wide range of subjects including geography and biology with the flexibility to specialise in your area of interest.
All environmental sciences students will complete fieldwork and gain practical skills. This real-world experience allows you to apply your knowledge and develop the skills which are in demand by the environmental sector.
Topics include:
- environmental impact assessment
- renewable energies
- environmental policy
- pollution monitoring
**Practical work**
Alongside the theory and background, we'll teach you a lot of practical skills. You'll gain experience in surveying techniques commonly used as an environmental consultant, such as monitoring environmental pollutants. Day trips, field work and visits to local sites will include activities such as:
- bat surveys
- phase one habitat surveys
- sustainable homes
- renewable energy
- winter tree ID
**Why choose this course?**
- Passionate teaching: You'll be taught by active researchers who work with environmental consultancies on bioenergy technology projects.
- Study abroad opportunity at the University of Nottingham Malaysia for a semester or a whole year as part of your degree.
- Placement opportunity: Get real-life experience with a possible industry placement year.
- Training by ecologists: Ecologists from local consultancies deliver training and expertise
- Fully accredited: This programme is accredited by CHES
Modules
Core modules in your first year introduce concepts of climate and the impact on the Earth's ecosystems. You'll look at environmental processes and major global systems. You will also consider environmental science and society.
In year two you'll study the science behind climate change and influences on water chemistry. You'll identify key ecosystem drivers and processes, and explore how these have shaped the biosphere. Develop practical skills through the Ecological Surveying module.
In the second year and third years, you have lots of optional modules. You can choose to study plant evolution and ecology in The Green Planet module.
In your final year the research project enables you to use your skills to work on a piece of original research. This can be lab, field or literature based. You will design the study, collect and analyse data. Optional modules include Conservation, Palaeobiology and the Arctic Ecology Field Course.
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