Course Summary

Environmental science is the study of the whole environment so involves both biological organisms and our physical environment, and the interactions between them. You will learn about the role of social and economic factors, ethics and public perception in environmental management. You may also take an optional 70-hour work placement to gain practical experience in the environmental sector in the UK or abroad.

Course Details - Modules

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Course Details – Assessment Method

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How to Apply

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.

Application Codes

Course code: F850

Institution code: N21

Campus Name: Main Site (Newcastle)

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Points of Entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

Year 1

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)

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

International applicants

Standard Qualification Requirements

ABB including two science subjects from: Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology, Geography, Environmental Science, Psychology and Physics. For Biology, Chemistry and Physics A Levels, we require a pass in the practical element. GCSE Mathematics (minimum grade C or 4) required if not offered at a higher level.

AABBB including at least two sciences from: Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology, Geography, Environmental Science, Psychology and Physics. Mathematics required at National 5, minimum grade C (or Standard Grade or Intermediate 2 equivalent) if not offered at Higher Grade. Combinations of Highers and Advanced Highers accepted. Scottish qualifications can be taken in more than one sitting. Scottish qualifications can be taken in more than one sitting.

30 level 3 credits at Distinction and 15 level 3 credits at Merit. To include at least 30 level 3 credits in a science subject.

We welcome applications from students offering an Extended Project and value the skills of research and independent learning that it is designed to develop. If you offer an Extended Project, it will be taken into account as part of your application profile, but we will not usually include it in offer conditions for this degree programme.

32 points overall with at least one science subject at Higher Level grade 5 from: Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology, Geography, Environmental Science, Psychology and Physics. Mathematics or Mathematical Studies at Standard Level grade 4 or above if not offered at Higher Level.

DDD overall in a science-related subject to include Physical or Biological Sciences and Mathematics units.

H1H1H2H2H3 at Higher Level, to include two science subjects from: Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology, Geography, Environmental Science, Psychology and Physics.

D3, M2, M2 in Principal Subjects including two science subjects from: Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology, Geography, Environmental Science, Psychology and Physics. GCSE Mathematics (minimum grade C or 4) required if not offered at a higher level.

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Minimum Qualification Requirements

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English language requirements

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Unistats information

Student satisfaction : 73%

Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs): 55%

Go onto work and study: 90%

Fees and funding

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

Additional Fee Information

For information on home and international tuition fees and funding for 2021 entry, visit: https://www.ncl.ac.uk/undergraduate/fees-funding/

Provider information

King’s Gate
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Newcastle upon Tyne
NE1 7RU

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