Overview

Throughout the Environmental Science (Hons) BSc degree from The University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI) you will have the opportunity to choose modules with lab and field residentials at a variety of locations throughout the region, including an international field trip in year 2. These modules are a key part of the course, allowing you to develop your lab and field skills while working in some of the most outstanding habitats in Scotland and Iceland.

Explore your fascination with the world around us on our 4-year BSc (Hons) Environmental Science, with amazing opportunities to pursue your specific interests via our Environmental Biology, Environmental Biotechnology, and Environmental Science with Archaeology pathways.

Special features

Located in one of the world’s best ‘living laboratories’ between the Cairngorms National Park and Flow Country UNESCO World Heritage site
Have access to a course packed with field and lab activities at each level of study in Scottish locations and abroad.
Opportunities to exit with any of the following pathways:
- BSc (Hons) Environmental Biology
- BSc (Hons) Environmental Biotechnology
- BSc (Hons) Environmental Science
- BSc (Hons) Environmental Science with Archaeology
Study full-time or part-time to suit your personal circumstances
Study individual modules for personal or professional development

Career opportunities:

Once you have successfully completed your BSc (Hons) Environmental Science course, you might like to consider a career with:

Scottish Natural Heritage (area officer, research projects, interpretation)
Scottish Environmental Protection Agency (ecologists, soil or microbial scientists, hydrologists, marine scientists)
Local authorities (biodiversity workers, environmental project work including flood alleviation, coastal zone protection, wildlife protection)
Forestry Commission (biodiversity, native woodlands, species, GIS)
Environmental consultancy work
Industry - environmental management teams
National (e.g. RSPB) or local (e.g. Scottish Wildlife Trust) NGOs and charities

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Animal behaviour
Conservation of biodiversity
Environmental science in practice
Advanced monitoring skills
Agroecology and regeneration food systems
Applied marine ecology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months
Part-time
- 96 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-14 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

78

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PTE Academic

59

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Credits

480 alternative credits

Delivered

Blended

Campus Location

Inverness, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Biodiversity & Conservation Sustainable Development Environmental Sciences View 233 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

TOEFL^® IBT

78

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PTE Academic

59

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Other requirements

General requirements

3 Scottish Highers at grade C or above (these must include science at grade C or above) OR

2 A levels at grade C or above (these must include science at grade C or above)

PLUS National 5, Standard Grade Credit or Intermediate 2 Chemistry at grade C or above, or equivalent

Alternatively, Foundation Apprenticeship Scientific Technologies (Laboratory Skills) PLUS an additional Scottish Higher at Grade C or above and National 5 in Chemistry at Grade C or above (or equivalent)

We also accept candidates without the standard entry requirements, but with considerable professional experience in science-based employment

Tuition Fees

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

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

16950 GBP / year

≈ 16950 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

1820 GBP / year

≈ 1820 GBP / year

Additional Details

Rest of the UK: £9,250 per year

Part-time

For students normally domiciled in Scotland: £915 per year

Rest of the UK: £1,542 per year

International: £8,475 per year

Living costs

Inverness

United Kingdom

660 - 1140 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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