Overview
The Environmental Science (Hons) programme at University of Cumbria is purpose built for the modern environmental scientist and centred around the learner as the 'environmental practitioner'. You will develop skills, knowledge and understanding that will equip you for employment in a wide range of environmental professions and beyond. It has been aligned to subject benchmark statements and has been developed in consultation with employers.You will develop an understanding of the science of the environment, how to assess and monitor environmental issues and identify sustainable solutions to current environmental problems as well as ensure future environmental protection.
On this course you will:
- Be equipped you with the knowledge and skills needed to understand the environment around you, contemporary environmental problems, and technological and socio-economic solutions.
- Develop as an ‘environmental practitioner’, gaining the employment skills needed to pursue an exciting environmental career or further academic study.
- Benefit from field and laboratory work embedded throughout, blending theory with practice to develop the applied knowledge and understanding needed as an environmental practitioner.
- Enjoy easy access to environments local to Carlisle and Cumbria providing a unique blend of urban, rural, protected, and designated sites to explore. Experience the diversity of environmental challenges first-hand.
- Take part in a large-scale, problem-based practical project where you will work with a team to develop your project management and leadership skills, as well as synthesising knowledge, in a practical and data driven setting.
- Take part in residential field studies, an intensive period of emersion in environmental study which provides the opportunity for you to explore different cultural and contextual perspectives and environmental challenges.
Programme Structure
Course include:
- Earth Origins
- Terrestrial Systems
- Aquatic Systems
- Atmospheric Systems
- Ecology and the Environment
- Environmental Practice
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Credits
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Campus Location
- Carlisle, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Environmental Sciences View 231 other Bachelors in Environmental Sciences in United KingdomWhat students do after studying
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
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Other requirements
General requirements
- 104-120 UCAS Tariff Points
- GCSEs: GCSE English Language and Maths
- A-levels: BBD - BBB to include study in one of the following - Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Environmental Science, Applied Science, Geography or Geology
- T-levels: P (C+) – M. T Level Science is acceptable for entry to this course
- Access to HE: 30 credits at Distinction, 6 at Merit and 9 at Pass - Science based
- CACHE Technical Level 3 and Level 3 Extended Diploma: B - Science based
- OCR Cambridge Technical & Edexcel/Pearson BTEC Level 3 (National) Extended Diploma: MMM - DDM - to include Science/Geography
- Scottish Highers: BBBC – AABB to include Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Environmental Science, Applied Science, Geography or Geology
- Irish LC Highers: B1, B2x3 – A2, B1x3 to include Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Environmental Science, Applied Science, Geography or Geology
Tuition Fees
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Applies to youNon-residents14900 GBP / year≈ 14900 GBP / year -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents9535 GBP / year≈ 9535 GBP / year
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