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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Environmental Science: Sustainability
University of Southampton
Entry requirements
Here's what you will need to get a place on the Environmental Science: Sustainability course at University of Southampton.
Select a qualification to see required grades
A level
A,B,B
Typical offer: ABB, including one science subject from Geography, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Psychology, Geology and Environmental Studies; plus a pass in the associated practical science assessment where applicable.
Tuition fees
| Location | Fees |
|---|---|
| England | £9,535 per year |
| Scotland | £9,535 per year |
| Wales | £9,535 per year |
| Northern Ireland | £9,535 per year |
| Channel Islands | £9,535 per year |
| Republic of Ireland | £9,535 per year |
| EU | £28,800 per year |
| International | £28,800 per year |
Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: F908
Here's what University of Southampton says about its Environmental Science: Sustainability course.
Explore some of the biggest environmental challenges of today and the future.
On your three-year Environmental Science degree you'll 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, or 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 7th in the Guardian best UK universities league table 2026 and 97% of Environmental Science graduates were in employment or further study 15 months after graduation (Graduate Outcomes 2020/2021 and 2021/2022).
Source: University of Southampton
Course details
Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Department
Geography and Environmental Science
Location
Main Site - Highfield Campus | Southampton
Duration
3 Years
Study mode
Full-time
Subjects
• Environmental sciences
Start date
21 September 2026
Application deadline
14 January 2026
The modules you will study
In each year of study, you will complete compulsory modules, plus a further number relating to your chosen pathway.
We have a varied range of modules for all years, which gives you the opportunity to tailor your studies to your passions and to equip you with the skills and experiences needed for success as a graduate.
A full list of modules is available on the course page on our website.
How you will be assessed
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.
University of Southampton reviews
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2nd year student
The Student union is very active with campaigns, events and feedback. Thereu2019s lots of club however they introduced a sports pass so you have to pay to be a member and play sports. This has discouraged many and resulted in less student participation in societies.
1 year ago
2nd year student
I donu2019t stay in Southampton much as I donu2019t think there is a lot to do and feel it lacks community.
1 year ago
2nd year student
They offer a commuter fund which was very helpful for me as their parking permits are expensive, which should be lowered as parking is very hard to find.
1 year ago
2nd year student
There is lots of academic and well-being support that is frequently advertised and I attended the academic skills clinic, which was helpful. I donu2019t know about other services as I donu2019t use them.
1 year ago
2nd year student
Thereu2019s only two main study areas that are usually very busy, they could increase the study rooms available and make it niceee atmosphere, compared to other universities. I donu2019t know about other facilities, like accommodation.
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2nd year student
My timetable is good because I donu2019t have many contact hours, I personally like this as a commuter. The lectures are always really helpful even though they vary in style, and they fully take on board feedback. The tutorials are less helpful because it depends on your tutor- some can really help ...
1 year 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 Southampton students who took the Environmental Science: Sustainability course - or another course in the same subject area.
Select an option to see a detailed breakdown
Teaching on my course
93%
med
Teaching on my course
93%
med
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
94%
high
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
100%
high
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
94%
high
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
85%
med
Learning opportunities
93%
high
Learning opportunities
93%
high
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
100%
high
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
91%
med
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
94%
high
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
88%
med
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
91%
high
Assessment and feedback
81%
med
Assessment and feedback
81%
med
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
91%
high
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
76%
low
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
76%
med
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
97%
high
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
67%
low
Academic support
96%
high
Academic support
96%
high
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
94%
high
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
97%
high
Organisation and management
91%
high
Organisation and management
91%
high
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
87%
med
How well organised is your course?
94%
high
Learning resources
86%
low
Learning resources
86%
low
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
85%
low
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
85%
low
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
88%
med
Student voice
83%
med
Student voice
83%
med
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
75%
med
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
85%
med
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
88%
med
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
88%
high
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
88%
low
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
82%
med
Student information
See who's studying at University of Southampton. These students are taking Environmental Science: Sustainability or another course from the same subject area.
| Most popular A-levels studied | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Subject | Grade | |||||
| Geography | A | |||||
| Biology | B | |||||
| Chemistry | B | |||||
| Mathematics | B | |||||
| Environmental Studies | A | |||||
Graduate prospects
What graduates do next
We have no information about graduates who took Environmental Science: Sustainability at University of Southampton.
Earnings after graduation
Earnings from University of Southampton graduates who took Environmental Science: Sustainability - or another course in the same subject area.
Earnings
£25.2k
First year after graduation
£31.4k
Third year after graduation
£35.8k
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 Environmental Science: Sustainability.
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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