The BSc (Hons) Climate Change with Foundation Year is the ideal course if you are interested in this subject but lack the necessary qualifications to study it at degree level. Climate Change is a pressing and challenging issue facing society. Rising temperatures and sea levels, near global retreat of glaciers, alterations to precipitation patterns and frequent extreme weather events, climate induced changes in biogeographical patterns and loss of biodiversity pose severe threats to contemporary and future societies. The introduction of this new BSc in Climate Change will allow students to investigate the issue using interdisciplinary skills. - The only BSc (Hons) Climate Change course available to study in the UK - Investigate climate change using interdisciplinary skills to tackle pressing issues - Taught by highly experienced, research-active staff - Focus on skill acquisition via practical workshops and field learning - Field trips included in the fees, currently to Iceland, the Lake District, Snowdonia, the Peak District and the North West coast* - Access to brand new, state-of-the-art computing facilities and analytical equipment - Excellent employment opportunities in areas such as: climate environmental management; consultancy; operational government authorities; engineering and surveying; civil service; and Geographical Information Systems - Options to undertake work placements of 4-6 weeks and/or 12 months - Options to study abroad for part of the degree with support from schemes such as the Go Global Fund and Erasmus+ - International Foundation Year course available offering direct progression onto this degree programme - visit LJMU's International Study Centre to find out more Climate change is the most pressing issue facing today’s society and our ability to understand the causes, impacts and potential mitigation strategies is vital for future populations. It is also vital to increase our capacity to communicate this to the public. This programme has developed in direct response to this clear need for graduates with the knowledge and practical skills required to tackle climate change. This course will provide a fully integrated study of climate change and climate science. It will cover the scientific, political, societal, economic aspects of the science, with full discussion of cutting-edge aspects of the subject. This will provide students with ample background and practical knowledge for understanding climate change. The course will deliver extensive practical experience using Geographic Information Systems and Remote Sensing technologies and field-based learning. *Additional course costs Practical and field activities underpin all programmes in the School. PPE is provided for all necessary practical work. There are no costs for day field trips for core and optional modules. Residential field trips associated with core modules are subsidised and include travel and half-board accommodation costs. Any residential field trips for optional modules will have costs involved. Locations may be subject to change and also subject to national and international travel restrictions.

Please visit the Liverpool John Moores University website for detailed module information.

​Teaching will include classroom, laboratory and field-based learning. A fully hands-on approach is taken, with emphasis on the development of practical skills across a wide range of subjects alongside substantial knowledge development. GIS and development of computer literacy is an important component.

Professional Bodies are not listed for this Course.

26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Course code: SCCF

Institution code: L51

Campus Name: Liverpool John Moores University

Campus code:

The following entry points are available for this course:

Foundation

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.

Applicants must have obtained grade 4 or grade C or above in English Language and Mathematics GCSE or • Key Skills Level 2 in English/ Maths • NVQ Level 2 Functional skills in Maths and English Writing and or Reading • Skills for Life Level 2 in Numeracy/English • Higher Diploma in Maths/ English • Functional skills level 2 in Maths/ English Prior to starting the programme

Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course

https://www.ljmu.ac.uk/study/courses/undergraduates/2020/climate-change-with-foundation-year

Minimum Further Information are not listed for this Course.

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English Language Entry Requirement Information are not listed for this Course.

Student satisfaction : 91%

Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs): 72%

Go onto work and study: 96%

England	9250.0	Year 1
Northern Ireland	9250.0	Year 1
Scotland	9250.0	Year 1
Wales	9250.0	Year 1
International	16100.0	Year 1

All figures are subject to yearly increases. Tuition fees are subject to parliamentary approval. The above fees are for 2021/22. Fees for 2022/23 are to be provided.

Egerton Court (Headquarters)
2 Rodney Street
Address3 are not listed for this Course.
Liverpool
L1 2UA