Earth and Environmental Science : BSc Hons : FF68

Lancaster University

Bachelor's degree

In Lancaster

£ 9,250 VAT inc.

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Description

  • Type

    Bachelor's degree

  • Location

    Lancaster

  • Duration

    3 Years

  • Start date

    Different dates available

Gain hands-on experience in a range of exciting modules and field trips. Discover geological mapping, atmospheric processes and study volcanology at Mount Etna in Sicily.
This flexible programme draws from a wide range of scientific disciplines to build a degree that matches your interests and career aspirations.
Covering both natural and man-made environments, core modules will explore the main factors and processes that control today’s environment; how the environment has evolved to its current state; and how environmental conditions may change in the future.
In addition, the degree draws upon the expertise of a number of our staff who specialise in Earth science such as volcanologists, geophysicists and hydrogeologists, who will deliver an exciting range of specialist topics to choose from. You will also gain access to our state-of-the-art laboratories, which offer excellent facilities for practical work.
Your first year will address many of the fundamental themes of the Earth and environmental sciences, from understanding geology to learning about the atmosphere, weather and climate.
Second and third year modules build on themes introduced in Year 1. As part of this degree, you will have an opportunity to take our popular Volcanic Processes field module at Mount Etna in Sicily. There, you will study volcanic processes and learn how the local population can manage the impacts of volcanic phenomena.
You will also apply your knowledge in a residential fieldwork module at Carrock Fells in the scenic Lake District. This week-long module allows you to engage with the environment first-hand in an informal and practical setting. Perhaps you’d like to examine glaciers and landscapes in Iceland; undertake geomorphology work in northern Spain; or study water and environmental management in Croatia. We also provide geology field modules in the UK’s Yorkshire Dales and the Isle of Mull.

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Lancaster (Lancashire)
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Lancaster University, LA1 4YW

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About this course

Our programmes maintain an excellent record for graduate prospects spanning a wide range of roles including Environmental Consultant, Weather Forecaster at the Met Office, and Specialist Environmental Advisor. Alternatively, many of our graduates continue their studies to postgraduate level. Our goal is to empower all our graduates with the skills, confidence and experience they need to achieve a successful career. You will be offered a wide range of support, helping you realise your career ambitions and providing you with the skills to reach your full potential.

We offer a variety of extra-curricular activities and volunteering opportunities that enable you to explore your interests and enhance your CV. Our weekly careers bulletin and careers blogs are written by student volunteers, and inform you of all careers events. The Students’ Union-run Green Lancaster programme offers placements with external organisations, allowing students to gain volunteering experience at weekends by working in the local community, taking part in a wide range of activities and developing their practical skills.

A Level ABB

Required Subjects A level grade B in one science from the following; Biology, Chemistry, Computing, Environmental Science, Geography, Geology, Human Biology, Mathematics, Physics or Psychology.

GCSE Mathematics grade B or 5, English Language grade C or 4

IELTS 6.5 overall with at least 5.5 in each component.

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Subjects

  • Geology
  • Staff
  • Environmental Science
  • Climate
  • Atmosphere
  • Weather & Climate
  • Biogeochemical
  • Global Environmental
  • Hydrology
  • Chemistry

Course programme

Many of Lancaster's degree programmes are flexible, offering students the opportunity to cover a wide selection of subject areas to complement their main specialism. You will be able to study a range of modules, some examples of which are listed below.

Year 1

Core

    • Atmosphere, Weather & Climate
    • Biogeochemical Cycles
    • Environmental Processes and Systems
    • Geology
    • Global Environmental Challenges
    • Hydrology: Water in the Environment
    • Introduction to Environmental Chemistry
    • Natural Hazards
    • Numerical Skills I
    • Numerical Skills II
    • The Earth's Interior

Optional

    • Biodiversity and Conservation
    • Geographical Skills in a Changing World
    • Global Change Biology
Year 2

Core

    • Aquatic Biogeochemistry
    • Beyond LEC? Steps to Career Success
    • Environmental Field Course
    • Experimental Design and Analysis
    • Geologic Mapping
    • Geoscience in Practice
    • Soil Science

Optional

    • Atmospheric Science
    • Catchment Hydrology
    • Energy, Economy and Environment
    • Environmental Data Visualisation and Analysis
    • Introduction to Eco-Innovation
    • Investigating Mediterranean Environments
    • Populations to Ecosystems
    • Principles of Biodiversity Conservation
Year 3

Core

    • Dissertation
    • Dissertation with External Partner
    • Introduction to Geophysical Techniques
    • The Dynamic Earth

Optional

    • Climate and Society
    • Coastal Processes
    • Environmental Remote Sensing and Image Processing
    • Geological Hazards
    • Glacial Systems
    • Global Change and the Earth System
    • Global Change Biology: Challenges and Solutions
    • Hydrogeology
    • Hydrological Processes Field Course (Slapton)
    • The Causes and Consequences of Environmental Radioactivity
    • Volcanic Processes Field Course
    • Water Resources Management
    • Water, Society and the Istrian Landscape

Lancaster University offers a range of programmes, some of which follow a structured study programme, and others which offer the chance for you to devise a more flexible programme. We divide academic study into two sections - Part 1 (Year 1) and Part 2 (Year 2, 3 and sometimes 4). For most programmes Part 1 requires you to study 120 credits spread over at least three modules which, depending upon your programme, will be drawn from one, two or three different academic subjects. A higher degree of specialisation then develops in subsequent years.

Information contained on the website with respect to modules is correct at the time of publication, but changes may be necessary, for example as a result of student feedback, Professional Statutory and Regulatory Bodies' (PSRB) requirements, staff changes, and new research.

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