Overview

Demands on our environment and resources are growing. Factors that are contributing to these demands include economic development and population growth. They also include poverty and globalisation.

Careers and skills

The Environment, Economics and Ecology (with a placement year) (Hons) programme offered by the University of York will equip you with the specialist skills and knowledge for a career in environmental management or a related field. Many of our graduates also find careers in other areas with the transferable skills they learn during this course. Find out more about careers and employability.

Career opportunities

Environmental conservationist

Graduate policy analyst

Flood risk officer

Graduate environmental consultant

Environmental engineer

Oil and gas analyst

Accreditation

Accredited by the Institution of Environmental Sciences.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Enhancing Biodiversity

Applied Ecological Economics

Engendering Change

Research Skills and Project Design

Megacities and Urbanisation

Ecosystem Management and Conservation

Food, Space, Culture and Society

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

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

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

120

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TOEFL^® IBT

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87

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4.5

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PTE Academic

61

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

600 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

York, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Environmental Economics & Policy Ecology View 44 other Bachelors in Environmental Economics & Policy 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

120

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TOEFL^® IBT

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87

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4.5

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PTE Academic

61

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

A levels

ABB including one of the following subjects: Biology, Business Studies, Chemistry, Economics, Environmental Studies, Geography, Geology, Mathematics, Physics or Psychology

Access to Higher Education Diploma

30 credits at Distinction and 15 credits at Merit or higher including Business, Economics or Science-related units.

European Baccalaureate

75% overall including one of the following subjects: Biology, Business Studies, Chemistry, Economics, Environmental Studies, Geography, Geology, Mathematics, Physics or Psychology

International Baccalaureate

34 points including one of the following subjects: Biology, Business Studies, Chemistry, Economics, Environmental Studies, Geography, Geology, Mathematics, Physics or Psychology at Higher level

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Tuition Fees

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

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

32350 GBP / year

≈ 32350 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

9790 GBP / year

≈ 9790 GBP / year

Living costs

York

United Kingdom

646 - 1124 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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Scholarships Information

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Overview

Careers and skills

Career opportunities

Accreditation

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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General requirements

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Tuition Fees

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Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

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