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BSc (Hons) Environmental Science (with Foundation Year)

Teesside University, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

New technological and environmental approaches are needed to conserve the planet's natural resources and change economic, political, and social policies to mitigate the impact before it’s too late.

You explore multiple disciplines (physical geography, geology, atmospheric science, environmental chemistry, biology, and ecology) in classroom, laboratory, computer, and field-based learning environments. You gain critical skills in quantitative analysis, geographic information system mapping and spatial data analysis, and field and laboratory techniques for monitoring environmental and ecological impacts. This diverse skillset empowers you to address environmental challenges and identify innovative solutions for a sustainable future through an environmental science career.

The academic team brings a broad range of relevant expertise to this course, from academic research to professional consultancy. You benefit from our connections with industry, government agencies, NGOs, and research networks, as well as the real-world case studies we embed in our practice-led teaching. You can complete an optional work placement year as part of your course at no extra cost.

Teesside University is in the Tees Valley, an industrialised area pioneering new environmental technology and policies such as net-zero emissions. Surrounding the campus are various national parks and unique coastal ecosystems. This unique mix of industry and nature gives you many learning opportunities.

As an environmental science graduate, you can significantly make the world a better place to live.

General Eligibility

  • Any Level 3 subject is acceptable for entry to this course.

Typically entry qualifications can be accumulated from:

  • any combination of Level 3 qualifications (for example, A/AS levels, BTEC Certificates/Diplomas, Access to Higher Education courses)

  • High School Certificate or Diploma with good grades completed after at least 12 years of primary and secondary education

  • English language and mathematics requirements

  • Usually, evidence of English language and mathematical skills equivalent to at least GCSE grade 4 is required. We consider a wide range of English and maths qualifications alternative to GCSEs. Please contact our admissions staff for advice.

  • Non-EU international students needing a visa to study in the UK should check our web pages for UKVI-compliant English language requirements. The University also provides pre-sessional English language courses if you do not meet the minimum requirement.

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of work permit weekly for international students.

What You'll Study

1 Foundation Year

Core modules

  • Big Data

  • Chemical Science and the Environment

  • Experimental Methods for Life Science

  • Global Grand Challenges

  • Life on Earth

  • Life Science

2 Year 1

Core modules

  • Animal and Plant Biology

  • Biodiversity and Evolution

  • Earth Systems

  • Energy Systems

  • Global Environmental Issues

  • Physical Geography and Geology Field Work

3 Year 2

Core modules

  • Cities and Sustainable Futures

  • Earth Observation and GIS

  • Ecology and Biodiversity

  • Practical Conservation

  • Renewable Energy

  • The Anthropocene

4 Year 3

Core modules

  • Biodiversity and Ecosystems

  • Biogeography and Conservation

  • Environmental Resource Management

One optional module

  • International Fieldtrip

  • Sustainability Project

Language Requirement

  • IELTS6.0
  • TOEFL78
  • PTE58
  • Duolingo79

The IELTS score for international applicants is 6.0 (with no less than 5.5 in each component).

Additional Information

This course is available: 5 years Inc. placement year

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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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