Geography and Environmental Sciences Foundation Year

... United Kingdom
... Northumbria University Newcastle

Course Overview

Geography and Environmental Sciences involve the study of the human and environmental systems that sustain life on earth. Geography and Environmental Science professionals provide solutions to many of the environmental issues facing urban and rural environments and populations. These include physical planning; use of resources; environmental health; environmental management and life cycle analysis. Increasingly it also includes the emergency aspects of environmental, economic, and social development brought about by climate change, new ways of living, unstable earth systems, and human conflict. This foundation year bridges the gap between school and undergraduate level study, providing a broad introduction to the subjects. The course provides both academic knowledge and practical skills and makes use of high-quality, current technology and on-site laboratories. It is the first step towards developing the skills you will need to engage successfully with life beyond the classroom, preparing you for working in an environmental context. The course provides both academic knowledge and practical skills and makes use of high-quality, current technology, and on-site laboratories. It is the first step towards developing the skills you will need to engage successfully with life beyond the classroom, preparing you for working in an environmental context. Following successful completion of the foundation year you will qualify to join any of the following degrees: 1. Human Geography Magog 2. Geography BA (Hons) 3. Geography BSc (Hons) 4. Physical Geography BSc (Hons) 5. Environmental Science BSc (Hons)

General Eligibility

80 UCAS Tariff points From a combination of acceptable Level 3 qualifications which may include: A-level, BTEC Diplomas/Extended Diplomas, Scottish and Irish Highers, Access to HE Diplomas, or the International Baccalaureate. GCSE Requirements: Applicants will need Maths and English Language at minimum grade 4/C, or an equivalent.

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

  • International applicants should have a minimum overall IELTS (Academic) score of 6.0 with 5.5 in each component (or an approved equivalent*).

Programme Information
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Course Category

Science


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Campus Name

City Campus, Northumbria University


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Course Level

Undergraduate


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Duration

Full-Time, 1 year


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Available Intake

September


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IELTS Score

6.0


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Tuition Fees Range

9250,

17500, (INT)


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