
Environmental Science BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Environmental Science BSc (Hons)
This degree has been developed to give you a solid overview in the discipline of environmental science, as well as looking at how humans shape the world around us and how humanity can tackle the issues arising from this.
Why study BSc (Hons) Environmental Science at BU?
• Gain practical experience gained through fieldwork, lab work, computing, data analysis, report writing, and work placements
• Fieldwork is carried out in a variety of stimulating environments, including the World Heritage Site Jurassic Coast, East D...
<strong>This degree has been developed to give you a solid overview in the discipline of environmental science, as well as looking at how humans shape the world around us and how humanity can tackle the issues arising from this.</strong><br/><br/><strong>Why study BSc (Hons) Environmental Science at BU?</strong><br/>• Gain practical experience gained through fieldwork, lab work, computing, data analysis, report writing, and work placements <br/><br/><br/><br/>• Fieldwork is carried out in a variety of stimulating environments, including the World Heritage Site Jurassic Coast, East Devon World Heritage Coast, and the New Forest <br/><br/><br/><br/>• Opportunities for you to learn through fieldwork by joining staff-led research projects overseas <br/><br/><br/><br/>• Our students work in partnership with our staff to co-create featured projects, collaborating with professional practitioners <br/><br/><br/><br/>• Gain valuable work experience on an optional placement in a real-world working environment, with a range of local, national and international companies and institutions. <br/><br/><br/><br/>• You’ll be career-ready with 90% graduates from our environmental sciences courses in employment after 15 months. (source DiscoverUni 2023)<br/><br/><br/><br/><strong>Course accreditation</strong><br/>Accreditation by the Institute of Environmental Sciences provides an indicator of quality and indicates that an education institute is planning the career paths of its students. You’ll also be able to apply for free student membership of the institution. <br/><br/><strong>Foundation year</strong> <br/>We have a foundation year option for students who do not meet the entry requirements for the degree course. This additional year of study will give you a grounding in the scientific skills required for environmental science, building your confidence, knowledge and skills for further study. After successful completion of the foundation year, you will progress to the full degree.
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
21/09/2026
Campus
Main Site
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Course Code
F750
Institution Code
B50
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
Scottish Higher
104 - 120 tariff points from Scottish Highers
Access to HE Diploma
102 - 118 tariff points with any combination of Distinction, Merit, Pass grades
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
GCSE/National 4/National 5
GCSE English Language or English Literature and Mathematics grade 4 (or grade C in the old grading system). We also accept iGCSEs, Key Skills and Functional Skills and other qualifications at Level 2 of the National Qualifications Framework.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
OCR Cambridge Technical Diploma
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma
Scottish Advanced Higher
104 - 120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of two Scottish Advanced Highers.
Extended Project
Accepted as part of the overall tariff but it must be accompanied by 2 A-levels or equivalent
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
We accept this qualification, as part of the overall UCAS tariff.
OCR Cambridge Technical Introductory Diploma
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
OCR Cambridge Technical Subsidiary Diploma
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
A level
104 - 120 tariff points including a minimum of 2 A-levels.
T Level
Merit 120 UCAS tariff points
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)
Accepted as part of the overall tariff but it must be accompanied by an A-level or equivalent
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