BSc Environmental Science (with integrated year studying abroad)
Aberystwyth UniversityAberystwyth, United Kingdom
Course overview
Why study
Environmental Science with integrated year studying abroad at Aberystwyth University? Become a student in a University where the student experience is exceptional and memorable. Immerse yourself in a department that informs all students of the innovating research that has impact locally, nationally and internationally.
We offer you a detailed insight into key themes in geography, geology and environmental studies We help you develop a deeper understanding of the most significant environmental challenges of our time, including climate change and biodiversity loss We provide insight into mass extinctions and what they can tell us about human environment relations today We offer a diverse range of modules which include sustainable development policy, geohazards, wildlife management, and marine biology The course offers flexibility in the modules you choose and the themes that you specialise in We provide a diverse range of fieldwork opportunities Our facilities are recognised by NERC (Natural Environment Research Council) Gain valuable experience of how different countries approach environmental science with the integrated year studying abroad Want to study in Welsh? The Department offers a number of modules taught through the medium of Welsh. Check out the module tab for more information.
Department of Geography and Earth Science: lecturers are all qualified to PhD level or working towards a PhD.
Key highlights
- Integrated year abroad exploring how other countries approach environmental science
- Modules include sustainable development policy, geohazards, wildlife management and marine biology
- Covers climate change, biodiversity loss and lessons from mass extinctions
- Diverse range of fieldwork opportunities
- Facilities recognised by the Natural Environment Research Council (NERC)
- Option to study a number of modules through the medium of Welsh
Entry requirements
- UCAS tariff points: 104-120 — UCAS Tariff 120 - 104 A Levels BBB-BCC to include a B in Environmental Science, Biology or Geography GCSE requirements (minimum grade C/4): English or Welsh and Mathematics BTEC National Diploma: DDM-DMM with a specified…
- A-level: BBB-BCC — to include to include a B in Environmental Science, Biology or Geography
- GCSE: C/4 — to include English, Science
- BTEC: DDM-DMM — to include with a specified subject International Baccalaurea; BTEC National Diploma
- International Baccalaureate: 28-30 — to include with 5 points in a science subje
Scholarships
Aberystwyth Regional Scholarships
Students will be eligible for a £2,000 reduction in tuition fees for each year of their studies at Aberystwyth University.
Up to £2,000Caru Aber International Award
Caru Aber International Award gives a £1,000 tuition fee discount (for every year of study) to any international fee-paying students who spent a period of time studying with us as an associate student.
Up to £1,000International Accommodation Award
This award means that for students who choose to live in our on-campus Cwrt Mawr housing, there is no cost for the first year of study.
International Family Award
International Family Award – giving you a £1,000 reduction in tuition fees for every year of your studies.
Up to £1,000Margaret Evelyn “Lynne” Williams Bursary
The Bursary is worth £500 during the first year of study and a maximum of two awards will be available each year.
Up to £500Mathematics Department Award
Up to £500 a year.
Music Scholarships
£650 a year Music Scholarships are open to UK and international applicants.
Up to £650Waldo Williams Scholarship
Successful applicants could receive up to £500 in their first year.
Welsh Medium Study Bursary
Up to £400 a year - for following part or all of your course through the medium of Welsh.
Careers this course leads to
- Environmental consultant
- Environmental officer
- Conservation officer
- Sustainability adviser
- Environmental scientist
- Ecologist
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9,790 per year | International: £21,875 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 Aberystwyth University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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