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Study the environment from a scientific perspective, and discover how to solve some of the most-critical challenges facing planet Earth, with our accredited BSc Environmental Science with Professional Experience.
You’ll explore Earth’s natural systems – its physical, chemical and biological interactions – and use this knowledge to develop strategies for tackling major environmental issues such as climate change and pollution.
This four-year degree has a strong scientific focus. Your learning will span from the single cells and atoms that form the building blocks of...
Study the environment from a scientific perspective, and discover how to solve some of the most-critical challenges facing planet Earth, with our accredited BSc Environmental Science with Professional Experience.<br/><br/>You’ll explore Earth’s natural systems – its physical, chemical and biological interactions – and use this knowledge to develop strategies for tackling major environmental issues such as climate change and pollution.<br/><br/>This four-year degree has a strong scientific focus. Your learning will span from the single cells and atoms that form the building blocks of our world, to the cycling of matter and flows of energy into, between, and within the:<br/><br/><br/>- solid Earth and its surface<br/><br/><br/>- hydrosphere<br/><br/><br/>- atmosphere<br/><br/><br/>- biosphere.<br/><br/><br/>Gain essential skills needed by today’s professional environmental scientists. Our balance of practical and theoretical learning enables you to gain experience in the field and enhance your specialist subject knowledge with real-life experience – preparing you for a career, or further research, in the environmental sector.<br/><br/>**Choose BSc Environmental Science with Professional Experience at the University of Reading**<br/><br/><br/>- Accredited by the Institution of Environmental Sciences (IES).<br/><br/><br/>- The University is among the top ten UK universities for Environmental Sciences in world rankings (Reading is 9th out of the UK universities ranked in the QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2024, Environmental Sciences).<br/><br/><br/>- The University of Reading is ranked 3rd in the UK for research power in Earth Systems and Environmental Sciences (Times Higher Education, Institutions Ranked by Subject, based on its analysis of the latest REF 2021).<br/><br/><br/>The flexibility of this degree allows you to make an informed decision about where to focus your study, providing the opportunity to adapt your degree to your chosen interests as they develop.<br/><br/>Alternatively, you can choose from a variety of specialist pathways, including:<br/><br/><br/>- water resources and quality<br/><br/><br/>- conservation and sustainability<br/><br/><br/>- climate and palaeoclimate change<br/><br/><br/>- pollution and remediation.<br/><br/><br/>**BSc Environmental Science with Professional Experience placement year**<br/><br/>A key component of this degree is a year-long professional placement, which occurs between your second and final year. <br/><br/>Working with a local company or organisation, you will:<br/><br/><br/>- deepen your knowledge and put your learning into practice<br/><br/><br/>- develop your research, survey, data analysis and presentation skills<br/><br/><br/>- build your professional network<br/><br/><br/>- gain insight into the sector and potential career options.<br/><br/><br/>Some of our students choose to complete their dissertation in conjunction with an outside agency, engaging in research for major organisations such as Natural England and the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew.<br/><br/><br/>- Professor Hilary Geoghegan leads on the £1.3m national ‘Community for Engaging Environments’ project, giving students an opportunity to get involved with professional environmental research. <br/>
Reading is green spaces and a bustling town centre. It's passionate staff and a friendly student community. It's a student experience unlike any other, and it's available through Clearing this summer.
As a top 30 UK University (The Times’ Sunday Times Good University Guide, 2024), Reading is an award-winning provider of educational excellence. You'll get quality teaching from expert academics, exciting modules to choose from, and a number of fantastic opportunities. Several courses, such as Food Business & Marketing, offer a built-in placement year to give you industry-rele...
Reading is green spaces and a bustling town centre. It's passionate staff and a friendly student community. It's a student experience unlike any other, and it's available through Clearing this summer.<br/><br/>As a top 30 UK University (The Times’ Sunday Times Good University Guide, 2024), Reading is an award-winning provider of educational excellence. You'll get quality teaching from expert academics, exciting modules to choose from, and a number of fantastic opportunities. Several courses, such as Food Business & Marketing, offer a built-in placement year to give you industry-relevant experience. Other programmes give you the chance to travel the world with optional study abroad; archeologists can attend digs in Seoul, Geographers can discover new environments in Dallas, and Lawyers can study in Melbourne. <br/><br/>Located just a 25-minute train from London, Reading is as convenient as it is charming. It's home to an array of restaurants, stunning parks and a buzzing nightlife. <br/><br/>Apply now, with Clearing.
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Sandwich
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
10/2024
Campus
Main Site
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
F852
Institution Code
R12
Points of Entry
Year 1
UCAS TariffNot Accepted Scottish HigherA,B,B,B,B One of Maths, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Geography, Environmental Science or Geology required at grade B. Access to HE DiplomaInternational Baccalaureate Diploma Programme30 Maths/Physics/Chemistry/Biology/Geography/Environmental Studies/Geology required at grade 5 at Higher Level Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)GCSE/National 4/National 5GCSE Maths C (or 4), English Language or English Literature C (or 4). Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - PrincipalM2,M2,M2 Maths/Physics/Chemistry/Biology/Geography/Environmental Studies/Geology required at M2 Extended ProjectB In recognition of the excellent preparation that the Extended Project Qualification provides to students for University study, we now include achievement in the EPQ as part of a formal offer. Eligible applicants would receive two offers, our usual offer plus an alternative offer of a B in the EPQ and one grade lower in their A level subjects A levelB,B,B One of Maths, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Geography, Environmental Science or Geology required at grade B. |
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