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Overview
If you want a career tackling the world's most pressing environmental challenges this Environmental Science (Hons) degree from University of Stirling is the course for you.
Today’s environmental scientists are challenged to find solutions to some of the world’s most pressing problems from climate change, pollution, and the loss of biodiversity to the sustainable provision of energy, food, and clean water.
You’ll gain a scientific grounding and relevant, employable and in-demand skills. Specialist skills modules are included in each semester of our course, and regular careers sessions are embedded into core teaching. Field training is a fundamental element that includes field courses in the UK and international destinations.
At Stirling, we’re passionate about Environmental Science and offering you innovative, interdisciplinary and research-led teaching that’ll inspire you to be the difference, and protect our society and the planet.
Career
An environmental science degree can lead to jobs such as:
- environmental consultant
- nature conservation officer
- recycling officer
- sustainability consultant
- environmental education officer
- environmental manager
- transport planner
- teacher
- ecotourist officer
- waste management officer
- water quality scientist
Accreditation
- accredited by the Institute of Environmental Sciences,Committee of Heads of Environmental Sciences
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Courses include:
- Building Planet Earth
- Landscape Evolution
- Biogeography: An Ecological and Evolutionary Approach
- Statistical Techniques
- The Biosphere
- Environmental Policy and Management
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Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
IELTS 6
TOEFL® IBT 78
Credits
480 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Environmental Engineering Geology Environmental Sciences View 367 other Bachelors in Environmental Sciences in United KingdomExplore more key information
Visit official programme websiteAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
IELTS 6
TOEFL® IBT 78
Other requirements
General requirements
SQA Highers
- AABB - by the end of S5
- AAAB - by the end of S6
- BBB
- 30 points
- DDM
- To include one of Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Geography, Geology, Mathematics or Physics
- Widening access students may be eligible for an adjusted offer of entry.
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International
18800 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 18800 GBP per year during 48 months. -
National
1820 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1820 GBP per year during 48 months.
- Students from England, Wales and Northern Ireland: £9,250
Living costs for Stirling
660 - 1140 GBP /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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