Environmental Science and Sustainability BSc (Hons)

Students will be taught the fundamentals of environmental science, geography and ecology, while being introduced to the role that design and engineering can play in reducing our footprint on the globe. They will also be able to choose from social science courses that deal with policy social welfare and governance, and gain insight into how we manage human activity and exploitation of natural resources such as fisheries to achieve sustainability goals such as the UN Sustanability and Development Goals. This multidisciplinary course will equip students for future careers that require the ability to work across disciplines and the ability to see the bigger picture.

Heriot-Watt are 2nd in the UK for undergraduate employability (Graduate Outcomes Survey, 2024) and 25th in the UK overall (Complete University Guide, 2025). You’ll have lifelong access to their award-winning Careers Service and join the oldest alumni association in the UK with over 166,000 members in 190 countries – The Watt Club.<br/><br/>A vibrant nightlife, eclectic food scene and plenty of shops and green space – Edinburgh has it all. It’s a safe and friendly city and a great place to be a student. That’s why it’s ranked UK’s 2nd best student-friendly city (QS Best Student Cities, 2025). <br/><br/>Moving away from home is a big decision, which is why students from England, Wales and Northern Ireland are offered a £1,500 bursary. This no-strings-attached bursary means you can visit home anytime during your first year (or spend it on something else).<br/><br/>Register for your Heriot-Watt Priority Pass to make sure you are first in line when Clearing opens, or to chat with their friendly team.