Environmental Science Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

Course Overview - Environmental Science Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

Summary:

Tackle the environmental challenges shaping our world. On this course, you will explore how science can be applied to protect the planet, from ecosystems and biodiversity to water systems and sustainability.

Choose the direction that matters to you. With specialist pathways including Business and the Environment, Biodiversity and Conservation, Environmental Change, Water and the Environment, and Sustainability, you can shape your degree around your interests and career goals.

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Course Information

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Study Mode

Full-time

Duration

3 Years

Start Date

2027-09-20

Campus

Main Site - Highfield Campus

Course Address
Highfield
Southampton
SO17 1BJ

Application Details

Course Code

A23-C88

Institution Code

S27

Points of Entry

Year 1

Entry Requirements

A level

Typical offer: ABB, including one science subject from Geography, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Psychology, Statistics, Geology, Environmental Science and Environmental Studies.

T Level

An overall distinction with grade A in the core element in the Science T-level

UCAS Tariff

Scottish Higher

We normally consider applicants who offer at least 1 Advanced Higher. Applicants presenting with only Highers will be considered on a case by case basis. Where Highers are taken over two years it might be expected that higher grades are achieved, particularly in any specific subjects required. For example, S5 – S6 (2 years): AABBB (A in specific subject) or S6 (1 year): ABBBB (A in specific subject). Unless a more advanced level (Higher or Advanced Higher) is specified in the stated entry requirements, all applicants will be required to have achieved a pass in Mathematics and English at Standard Grade, Grade 3 or National 5, Grade C, the equivalent of GCSE Grade C/ Grade 4.

Pearson BTEC Diploma (QCF)

plus B, in one acceptable science A Level subject.

Access to HE Diploma

offer-distinction: 30.0, offer-merit: 15.0, offer-pass: 15.0

Access to HE will be considered on a case by case basis. The Access to HE should be in a science subject, or applicants must meet science requirements from additional A Level equivalent qualifications.

Scottish Advanced Higher

Offers will be based on exams being taken at the end of S6. Subjects taken and qualifications achieved in S5 will be reviewed. Careful consideration will be given to an individual’s academic achievement, taking in to account the context and circumstances of their pre-university education. Please see the University of Southampton’s Curriculum for Excellence Scotland Statement for further information. Applicants are advised to contact their Faculty Admissions Office for more information. Applicants are also required to have achieved a pass in Maths and English at Standard Grade Grade 3 or National 5 Grade C, the equivalent of GCSE Grade C/Grade 4.

Pearson BTEC Extended Diploma (QCF)

We do not accept the BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma without one acceptable science subject. If you are studying this qualification a typical offer would be DDD + B at A-Level (or equivalent), to include one acceptable science.

Pearson BTEC Subsidiary Diploma (QCF)

plus AB in one acceptable science A Level subject.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)

plus B, in one acceptable science A Level subject.

Extended Project

Typical offer: BBB, to include one science subject from Geography, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Psychology, Geology or Environmental Studies, and Grade A in Extended Project Qualification.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme

Typical offer: Pass, with overall score of 32 points, with 16 points required at Higher Level, including a minimum of 5 in one higher level science. International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme (IBCP): The University of Southampton accepts the IBCP for entry to their degree programmes, recognising the value of combining academic skills with practical skills, providing a solid preparation for university level work. Offers will be made on the individual components of the IBCP. Applicants not taking the full IBCP but presenting with a combination of a Level 3 vocational qualification and IB Certificates may still be considered. Offers will be made on the individual Diploma Course subject(s) and the career-related study qualification. The CP core will not form part of the offer. Where there is a subject pre-requisite(s), applicants will be required to study the subject(s) at Higher Level in the Diploma course subject and/or take a specified unit in the career-related study qualification. Applicants may also be asked to achieve a specific grade in those elements. Please see the University of Southampton International Baccalaureate Career-Related Programme (IBCP) Statement for further information. Applicants are advised to contact their Faculty Admissions Office for more information.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)

We do not accept the BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma without one acceptable science subject. If you are studying this qualification a typical offer would be DDD + B at A-Level (or equivalent), to include one acceptable science.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)

plus AB, in one acceptable science A Level subject.

Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)

Typical offer: AB in one A-level science subject from Geography, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Psychology, Geology and Environmental Studies, and grade A in the WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales.

Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal

to include one science subject from Geography, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Psychology, Statistics, Geology, Environmental Science and Environmental Studies. Cambridge Pre-U's can be used in combination with other qualifications such as A-levels to achieve the equivalent of the typical offer, where D3 can be used in lieu of A-level grade A and M1 can be used in lieu of A-level grade B.

Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)

H1 H2 H2 H2 H3 H3 including one acceptable science subject

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