**Why choose this course?** Environmental Science is a broad field that encompasses aspects of ecology and physical science to evaluate environmental issues and propose appropriate solutions. If you have an interest in the environment and in applying scientific principles to help solve environmental problems this course is for you. This flexible, interdisciplinary course allows you to follow a programme with modules drawn from across the subject of environmental science. You are then able to specialise in particular areas of interest in the second and third year or continue to study a more varied programme. We use field and lab based activities to ensure that you develop a range of scientific concepts and theories that are transferable and sought after in a variety of employment areas. You will have various opportunities for visits and for fieldwork* and there is an opportunity in the second year to undertake an optional residential field trip overseas. Previous field trips have included Mallorca and Tenerife, but please note there is an additional charge to cover flights, accommodation and transport which in recent years has been approx. £550. Examples of previous UK visits include Oxford Botanic Garden, Kew Gardens, the Natural History Museum, as well as field sites in and around Northamptonshire. **By studying at the University of Northampton, you can be sure that:** - You will experience student life at the University’s £330 million Waterside Campus. Come along to an Open Day and find out more. - Students enrolling on this course at Northampton will be provided with their own brand new laptop** to keep at no additional cost. All sports clubs and societies are free to join at Northampton and every essential course text book is available via the library, meaning you won’t have to purchase copies. For more information on this visit our website (northampton.ac.uk/benefits). - Based on the evidence available, the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) Panel judged that the University of Northampton delivers consistently outstanding teaching, learning and outcomes for its students. It is of the highest quality found in the UK. - Our expert academics teach in small groups supported with one to one assistance. Our academics and students form a tight bond, providing individualised support and guidance whilst challenging students academically. - We invest more money into your education than 90% of Universities in the UK*** - Whatever your ambitions, we’re here to help you to achieve them. We’ll support you to identify the skills you’re learning during your course, find your strengths and secure practical experience so that when it comes to applying for jobs or further study you’ll feel confident in standing out from the crowd. **The Northampton Employment Promise** - In fact, we’re so confident in our careers and employability support that if you achieve at least a 2:2 degree and complete either our Employability Plus Gold programme or achieve a Changemaker Gold Certificate during your time studying with us, but still haven’t secured full-time employment 12 months after graduating, we will secure a three – six month paid internship for you or support you into postgraduate study. ✱ All trips subject to national and local Covid-19 guidelines and restrictions. See our situation updates page for more on the University’s response to Covid-19: northampton.ac.uk/about-us/situation-updates/ ✱ ✱ see Eligibility criteria and Terms and Conditions: northampton.ac.uk/student-life/university-living-laptops-trips-and-internships/ ✱✱✱ source: Guardian University League Table 2020

**STAGE 1:** • Air and Water – Principles (compulsory) • Introduction to Ecology (compulsory) • The Physical Environment (compulsory) • Environmental Science Practical (compulsory) • Biodiversity: An Introduction (compulsory) • Principles of Wastes Management (compulsory) **STAGE 2:** • Environmental Law (compulsory) • Research Methods (compulsory) • Air and Water – Processes (compulsory) • Habitat Ecology and Management (designated) • Biogeography (designated) • Fieldwork Module (designated) • Weather and Climate (designated) • Resource Recovery Techniques (designated) • Land Contamination and Disposal (designated) • Principles of a Circular Economy (designated) • Past Environments (designated) **STAGE 3:** • Biodiversity and Conservation (designated) • Research Project and Dissertation (compulsory) • Water Resource Management (designated) • Sustainable Development: Land Use and Planning (designated) • Landscape and Restoration Ecology (designated) • Climate (designated) • Career Planning and Placement (compulsory) • Wastes Prevention (designated) • Recycling Systems (designated) • Sustainable Manufacture (designated) Module information is quoted for 19/20 entry. Please note that modules run subject to student numbers and staff availability, any changes will be communicated to applicants accordingly.

A wide range of assessment is used including: • field surveys • reports • oral presentations • field reports • time constrained tests • end of year examinations.

Environmental Sciences, Institute of

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: F750

Institution code: N38

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