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BSc (Hons) Environmental Science

University of Northampton ( Navitas ), United Kingdom
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Course Overview

Environmental Science is a broad field that encompasses aspects of ecology and physical science to evaluate environmental issues and propose appropriate solutions. If you have an interest in the environment and in applying scientific principles to help solve environmental problems this course is for you. This flexible, interdisciplinary course allows you to follow a program with modules drawn from across the subject of environmental science. You are then able to specialize in particular areas of interest in the second and third year or continue to study a more varied program. Whatever your ambitions, we're here to help you to achieve them. Well, support you to identify the skills you're learning during your course, find your strengths, and securing practical experience so that when it comes to applying for jobs or further study youll feel confident in standing out from the crowd. We've created the Northampton Employment Promise because we are so confident that if you focus on your studies and complete one of our awards youll be highly employable by the time you graduate. Putting you in a great position to secure employment or continue your studies.

General Eligibility

Standard entry requirements apply. A typical offer would be:

BCC at A-Level or,

DMM at BTEC or,

Pass (C and above) at T Level

We welcome international applicants and applications from students with a range of non-traditional educational or professional qualifications.

Part Time Work Details

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.

What You'll Study

1 Stage 1

Compulsory:

  • Introduction to Ecology

  • Life on Earth

  • Environmental Pollution

  • Lab and Field Skills

  • The Physical Environment

  • Geohazards

2 Stage 2

Designate:

  • Biogeography

  • Weather and Climate

Compulsory:

  • Fieldwork Module

  • Adaptations to Life on Land, in Water and Air

  • Terrestrial and Aquatic Ecosystems

  • Impacts of Pollution

  • Research Methods

  • Biosphere Law

3 Stage 3

Designate:

  • Sustainable Development: Land Use and Planning

  • Biodiversity and Conservation

  • Communicating Climate Change

  • Water Resource Management

Compulsory:

  • Sustainable Resource Management

  • Pollution Monitoring and Control

  • Research Project and Dissertation

Language Requirement

  • IELTS5.5
  • TOEFL59
  • PTE50
  • Duolingo69
IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent) with a minimum of 5.5 in all bands for study at the undergraduate level

Additional Information

This course is available within the foundation year (4 Years) & 4 Years Part Time

Ready to get started?

For any enquiries or further details, please don't hesitate to contact us. Let's take the next step in your academic journey together.

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