Environmental Science and Sustainability
University of DerbyDerby (Kedleston Road), United Kingdom
Course overview
This is a future-focused course, specially built to equip you with the applied skills to help mitigate today’s environmental issues and identify those which may emerge in the future Develop an interdisciplinary and problem-solving approach to global sustainability, an understanding of the responsibilities of personal and organisational actions and accountability and an applied and solution-based approach to global issues The programme reflects an outside-in approach, embedding issues around the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, United Nations Biodiversity Framework and IUCN (International Union for Conservation of Nature) 30 Year Plan for Biodiversity Learn from an expert teaching team of active researchers, investigating topics such as climate change, marine ecosystems, environmental degradation, ecosystem services, urban sustainability and biodiversity conservation We blend theory with plenty of practical experience including field trips where you can experience current sustainability initiatives in charities, businesses and government, and working on live briefs with local employers This course can be studied with or without an Industrial
Placement year
Key highlights
- Optional Industrial Placement Year available
- Field trips to sustainability initiatives in charities, businesses and government
- Live briefs with local employers build practical experience
- Taught by active researchers in climate change and biodiversity conservation
- Curriculum embeds UN Sustainable Development Goals and Biodiversity Framework
- Topics include marine ecosystems, ecosystem services and urban sustainability
Entry requirements
- UCAS tariff points: 104 — Requirement: What we're looking for Requirement: What we're looking for UCAS points: 104 A Level: BCC (at least a grade C in Science or Geography or equivalent qualification) T Level: Merit in Science BTEC: DMM GCSE: GCS…
- A-level: BCC — at least a grade C in Science or Geography or equivalent qualification
- T-level: Merit — to include in Science
- BTEC: DMM — …Science or Geography or equivalent qualification) T Level: Merit in Science BTEC: DMM GCSE: GCSE Maths and English Grade 4/Grade C (or above) or equivalent qualification Access to HE: Pass Access to HE Diploma with 60 credi…
- GCSE: 4/C — to include Mathematics, English, Science
- Access to HE Diploma: Pass — Pass; with 60 credits: 45 at Level 3 with a minimum
Scholarships
Full Payment Discount
If you pay your annual tuition fee in full ahead of enrolment, you will benefit from a £1,000 discount.
Up to £1,000Sports Scholarships - Individual and Team Sport Scholar
Up to £3,000 fee subsidy and support services.
Sports Scholarships - Performance Team Sports Scholar
Up to £3,000 fee subsidy and support services.
Talented Athlete Award
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Vice-Chancellor's Scholarships
Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarships - £2,000
Up to £2,000
Careers this course leads to
- Sustainability Consultant
- Environmental Consultant
- Conservation Officer
- Environmental Policy Officer
- Sustainability Manager
- Ecologist
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9,535 per year | International: £17,500 per year
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Derby, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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