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Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
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Location
Central area campus
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Study mode
Full time
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Start date
08-SEP-25
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Duration
4 Years
Course summary
Environmental geoscience provides a holistic understanding of the factors influencing environmental conditions on Earth.Environmental geoscientists play a vital role when assessing environmental challenges from local to global scales. This expertise is crucial within the framework of a sustainable environment.With our BSc Environmental Geoscience degree, you will:explore the conditions of Earth's past so you can protect its futureevaluate the risks related to critical environmental issues of global importancebe able to use your expertise to inform discussions on addressing acute environmental challengesOur degree will help you play a valuable role in our transition to a fairer and more sustainable society.Our BSc Environmental Geosciences degree prepares you for a wide range of careers within environmental geosciences and beyond.It carefully balances data science, programming, and computing skills with traditional field and laboratory skills, along with understanding the functioning of the Earth's environment.You will study a comprehensive range of topics related to the environment, and the factors shaping environmental conditions on Earth. For example, we will address the physical, chemical and biological processes that control the worlds oceans, atmosphere and ecosystems.We will pay particular attention to processes that connect the various environmental settings - how a change in one area will affect other areas.You will develop the crucial skills needed to address important challenges, including:How can we predict and mitigate the effects of global climate changeWhat tools can we use to reduce greenhouse gas emissions to the atmosphereWhy is our planet able to sustain lifeHow can we reduce the effects of environmental pollutionWill changes in seawater properties affect the ocean's role as a food sourceHow does the increased CO2 concentration in seawater affect life in the oceanWe believe it is important to understand the interlinked nature of the Earth's environment and our impact upon it.We also want you to develop practical skills for future employers. Many of your activities will simulate those that professionals perform in the real world. You will also learn sought-after computational analysis and quantitative skills.For example, you will gain experience in:acquiring, analysing, assessing and presenting a wide range of datacomputing skills including programming and use of specialist softwarecomputer modellingGeographical Information Systems (GIS)using a range of specialist laboratory techniquesapplying observational and sample collection techniques in the fieldDemand is growing for these data skills across a range of employment sectors.We also have an extensive network of experts contributing to this degree. Together, we help ensure your degree has real-world relevance and make you highly sought after by employers. Our links also provide you with valuable networking and potential employment opportunities. You will be able to meet and interact with professionals from various sectors throughout your studies.Additionally, this degree offers you flexibility in your studies. You'll be able to build your degree around topics you are curious or passionate about. Our staff can also help you design an interdisciplinary curriculum by choosing option courses from other disciplines.
Application deadline
29 January
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£ 36,800per year
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A level : ABB - AAA
AAA - ABB in one set of exams. These grades should be achieved in one set of exams. Required subjects: A levels: two of Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Geography, Geology, Mathematics, or Physics at B. GCSEs: English at C or 4 and Mathematics at A or 7. We will accept combinations of Mathematics and Physics both at grade B, or Mathematics, Science plus Additional Science all at grade B to meet this requirement.
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