Environmental Science BSc(Hons) single honours
Bachelor's degree
In Surrey
Description
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Type
Bachelor's degree
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Location
Surrey
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Duration
4 Years
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Start date
Different dates available
Year 1 introduces key environmental science concepts and methods of scientific investigation. You will learn in a variety of environments including the classroom and laboratory and develop fundamental fieldwork skills. You will study environmental systems and the nature and consequences associated with environmental change. You will investigate how people interact with their environment and examine sustainability challenges. You will learn to make accurate observations of environmental phenomena in the field and the laboratory, and evaluate your findings.
Year 2 builds knowledge of environmental systems and develops your analytical science skills portfolio through the collection, analysis and interpretation of environmental data. You will develop your practical skills such as environmental project management, cartography and Geographic Information Science. You will also learn to design and manage an environmental research project in the UK and develop your fieldwork skills with a European field trip.
The optional sandwich year between Years 2 and 3 includes a work placement or international exchange. The work placement gives an opportunity for paid work and valuable experience in an environmental field. We will keep in touch with you throughout your placement, ensuring the skills and training you receive translate effectively into your studies and career aspirations.
Year 3's modules build on your environmental knowledge and skills delivered in Year 2, enabling you to apply your knowledge to investigate contemporary environmental science challenges. Your final year independent research project will reflect your personal environmental interests and help you develop your employability skills. You can also choose to apply your knowledge and skills in and overseas setting - currently in South Africa.
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About this course
This course gives you an in-depth knowledge of environmental subjects with the skills to investigate, research, interpret and analyse.
You will also gain the vocational skills that employers need.
Numerous optional modules in Years 2 and 3 enable you to tailor your degree to your interests and career goals.
Practical sessions and extensive fieldwork support classes. (See the Field trips section for more information.)
Classes use a variety of fun, interactive teaching methods.
You will work on both individual and group projects.
You can gain a head start in the job market by doing a year's environmental work placement.
Supportive staff help you to reach your full potential.
Kingston University has good links with industry, business and environmental organisations. Graduates work as environmental consultants, analysts or technicians with local authorities, in waste management, wildlife conservation, and in teaching and administrative roles. The skills learned on this course are transferable to many careers. Many graduates also progress to postgraduate study.
A-levels or equivalent: Must have Science, Mathematics, Geography or Psychology minimum grade C. General Studies not normally accepted.
More than 96 points are required where A2 subject combinations are less relevant.
Key Skills: points not accepted in tariff.
GCSE: Candidates are normally required to hold five GCSE subjects grades (A*–C or comparable numeric score under the newly reformed GCSE grading) including Mathematics and English Language.
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Subjects
- Cartography
- Design
- Project
- Systems
- Environmental Science
- Environmental Hazards
- Geography
- Physical
- Physical Geography
- Digital Earth
- Spatial analysis
- Environment
Course programme
Please note that this is an indicative list of modules and is not intended as a definitive list. Those listed here may also be a mixture of core and optional modules.
Year 1- Introduction to Physical Geography and Environmental Hazards
- Digital Earth and Spatial Analysis
- Understanding the Environment
- Research and Fieldwork Methods
- Cartography, Remote Sensing and Spatial Analysis
- Land, Water and the Environment
- Ecology and conservation
- Design and Management of Environmental Projects
- GIS Transforming Geography and Environment
- Land and Water Resources Management
- The Challenge of Climate Change
- Research Project
Additional information
Year 1 (2019/20): £14,200
Year 2 (2020/21): £14,600
Year 3 (2021/22): £15,000
Environmental Science BSc(Hons) single honours