Environmental Science and the Climate Emergency, BSc (Hons) 36 months Undergraduate Programme By Swansea University |TopUniversities

Programme overview

Main Subject

Environmental Sciences

Degree

BSc

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

Our climate and environment are changing at unprecedented and alarming rates. Now is the time to act boldly to forge effective local and global responses to the planetary crisis and societal emergency.

You will explore the deep connections between environmental and social science in class, field and laboratory settings, so that your knowledge can help deliver the next generation of adaptations, mitigations and solutions.

As you study, you will develop a strong understanding of how the Earth works across climate change, pollution, ecology, conservation, geography and sustainable management. Environmental Science is a truly interdisciplinary subject, meaning you will look at the planet from every angle: from what’s happening deep underground to the atmosphere above us; from glaciers and deserts to rainforests and tiny soil microbes; and from people to the landscapes we shape and live in.

You will learn how these systems connect, why they’re changing, and what we can do to protect them. The degree links closely with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, helping you build the skills and knowledge needed to tackle real global challenges and make a positive impact.

An optional Foundation Year is available if you would benefit from extra preparation before starting your degree. It offers an exciting introduction to higher education and helps you build the skills, confidence and knowledge needed to progress. After successfully completing the Foundation Year, you will move on to Year 1 of the BSc.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Environmental Sciences

Degree

BSc

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

Our climate and environment are changing at unprecedented and alarming rates. Now is the time to act boldly to forge effective local and global responses to the planetary crisis and societal emergency.

You will explore the deep connections between environmental and social science in class, field and laboratory settings, so that your knowledge can help deliver the next generation of adaptations, mitigations and solutions.

As you study, you will develop a strong understanding of how the Earth works across climate change, pollution, ecology, conservation, geography and sustainable management. Environmental Science is a truly interdisciplinary subject, meaning you will look at the planet from every angle: from what’s happening deep underground to the atmosphere above us; from glaciers and deserts to rainforests and tiny soil microbes; and from people to the landscapes we shape and live in.

You will learn how these systems connect, why they’re changing, and what we can do to protect them. The degree links closely with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, helping you build the skills and knowledge needed to tackle real global challenges and make a positive impact.

An optional Foundation Year is available if you would benefit from extra preparation before starting your degree. It offers an exciting introduction to higher education and helps you build the skills, confidence and knowledge needed to progress. After successfully completing the Foundation Year, you will move on to Year 1 of the BSc.

Admission Requirements

32+
6+
A levels: ABB-BBB including Geography or related subject.
BTEC: DDM any subject plus Grade B in A Level Geography.
Scottish Highers: ABBBC to include Grade B in Geography (or a related subject)
Access - Science or Humanities Accepted: 24 Distinctions and 15 Merits. Minimum of 3 Distinctions in Geography.
Welsh Baccalaureate: Requirements are as for A levels where you can substitute the same non-subject specific grade for the Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Level Core Grade
IB: 32 overall with 5 in Higher Level Geography
IELTS 6.0 (with a minimum of 5.5 in each component) or equivalent English test
All applications will be considered on an individual basis, and we will look at the whole application when deciding whether to make an offer of a place, including: the balance, nature and quality of A-level, AS and GCSE subjects (or equivalent); personal statement and referee’s comments.
General Studies and Key Skills qualifications are normally excluded from our offers.

3 Years
Sep

  • Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance

Tuition fees

Domestic
9,790 GBP
International
23,200 GBP

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