Overview

Through the (Hons) Environmental Geoscience programme from the University of Plymouth you will explore the forces that shape our planet while tackling today's critical challenges. Combine an in-depth understanding of geological processes with modules on the biosphere, environmental management, and conservation.

Career opportunities

Environmental geoscience equips you with the scientific insight and social awareness needed to address global challenges – from climate change to sustainable resource management. Through hands-on learning and field-based experiences, you’ll develop critical thinking, data analysis and communication skills that are highly valued across sectors.

Our graduates thrive in careers such as environmental consultancy, ecology, waste management, planning and education. With strong transferable skills in strategic thinking, scientific reasoning and problem-solving, they’re also well prepared for roles in law, business and communications. This course opens doors to diverse opportunities, empowering you to make a meaningful impact wherever your career takes you.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Sustainable Geoscience

Earth Materials and Resources

Climate, Tectonics and Hazards

Our Ecological Planet: Biodiversity and Ecological Change

The Environmental Manager's Toolbox

Placement Preparation

The Earth Surface and Critical Zone

The Earth's Interior and Resources

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-06-30 00:00:00

Language

English

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TOEFL^® IBT

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76

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4

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PTE Academic

59

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OTE

126

IELTS

6

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Plymouth, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Geology Environmental Sciences View 234 other Bachelors in Environmental Sciences in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

105

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TOEFL^® IBT

OR

76

OR

4

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PTE Academic

59

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OTE

126

IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

UCAS tariff : 112 - 120

IB

28 - 30 points overall to include science related subjects.

A level

112-120 points including a minimum of 2 A levels, relevant subjects Biology, Mathematics/Use of Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Environmental Science/Studies, Applied Science, Geography, Geology, Design Technology. Excluding General Studies.

BTEC QCF Extended Diploma/RQF National Extended Diploma: DMM to DDM – science related subject.

BTEC National Diploma modules

Pass an Access to HE Diploma (science based) with at least 33 credits at merit.

All applicants must have GCSE (or equivalent) English and Mathematics at grade C / 4 or above.

If you hold a BTEC qualification it is vital that you provide our Admissions team with details of the exact modules you have studied as part of the BTEC.

We welcome applicants with international qualifications.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Applies to you

19800 GBP 4000 GBP Built-In Scholarship

Non-residents

15800 GBP / year

≈ 15800 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

10050 GBP / year

≈ 10050 GBP / year

Additional Details

Discounts per year:

Year 1: £4,000
Year 2: £1,000
Year 3: £1,000

Living costs

Plymouth

United Kingdom

731 - 1387 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Disciplines

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