Overview

In the BSc in Environmental Science (with a placement year) (Hons) programme from the University of York you'll study the broader social, political and economic aspects of managing the environment. This will help you to manage the environment for long-term sustainability. You'll gain expertise to tackle environmental issues. These include climate change, air pollution, and shifts in energy usage.

Careers and skills

The BSc in Environmental Science will equip you with practical, applied skills for both environment-related employment and more general career opportunities. The department has a track record of providing a springboard to a wide range of careers and postgraduate research.

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:

Concepts in Environmental Science

Data Analysis for Environmental Research

Dynamic Earth

Ecological Principles for the Environment

Environment, Development and Society

Frontiers in Environmental Research

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

120

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TOEFL^® IBT

87

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PTE Academic

61

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

480 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

York, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Environmental Sciences View 231 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

120

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TOEFL^® IBT

87

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61

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

A levels

ABB including two of the following science subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Geography, Geology, Environmental Studies, Mathematics, Physics, Psychology or Life and Health Sciences

Access to Higher Education Diploma

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

BTEC National Extended Diploma

DDM.

European Baccalaureate

75% overall including two of the following science subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Geography, Geology, Environmental Studies, Mathematics, Physics, Psychology or Life and Health Sciences

International Baccalaureate

34 points including two of the following science subjects at Higher Level: Biology, Chemistry, Geography, Geology, Mathematics (either Analysis and Approaches or Applications and Interpretations), Physics, Psychology or Life and Health Sciences

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

32350 GBP / year

≈ 32350 GBP / year
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Citizens or residents

9535 GBP / year

≈ 9535 GBP / year

Living costs

York

United Kingdom

646 - 1124 GBP / month

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Funding

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

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Credits

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Disciplines

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