Climate Science

University of LiverpoolLiverpool, United Kingdom

Course overview

Study Climate Science at Liverpool and learn to understand the fundamental science behind our changing climate. It’s a great choice for those looking to take an active role in developing solutions to current and emerging global environmental challenges. You’ll study in depth the threats that climate change poses to our earth system, biodiversity and public health, from warming and rising sea levels to habitat and biodiversity loss.

This course aims to provide students with core knowledge on the impact of climate change through modules in ocean sciences, ecology, and physical and human geography. There is a focus on developing problem solving, numerical and practical skills through training in numerical coding, laboratory classes and research-focused projects. Alongside learning about the fundamentals of climate science, you’ll also be introduced to adaptation and mitigation options, and sustainability.

We have strong links with scientists from the National Oceanography Centre in Liverpool, who provide guest lectures and supervision of projects. Our staff contribute to IPCC reports and the recent COP26 meeting, and provide evidence on how our oceans are responding to climate change to government departments. A number of the School’s degree programmes involve laboratory and field work.

Fieldwork is carried out in various locations, ranging from inner city to coastal and mountainous environments. We consider applications from prospective disabled students on the same basis as all other students, and reasonable adjustments will be considered to address barriers to access.

Key highlights

Modules in ocean sciences, ecology, and physical and human geography
Training in numerical coding, laboratory classes and research-focused projects
Guest lectures and project supervision from National Oceanography Centre scientists
Taught by staff contributing to IPCC reports and COP26
Fieldwork in inner city, coastal and mountainous environments
Introduces climate adaptation, mitigation options and sustainability

Entry requirements

A-level: ABB — to include including two sciences
A-level: BBB — to include with A in the EPQ; with EPQ
GCSE: 4/C — to include English, Mathematics
BTEC: D*DD — to include in a relevant Diploma; BTEC Level 3 Diploma
International Baccalaureate: 32 — overall and no score less th
Irish Leaving Certificate — H1, H2, H2, H2, H3, H3 - including H2 or above in two sciences
Scottish Advanced Highers: ABB — Irish Leaving Certificate: H1, H2, H2, H2, H3, H3 - including H2 or above in two sciences Scottish Higher/Advanced Higher: ABB in Advanced Highers, including two science subjects.
A-level: AB — to include in two science subjects
Access to HE Diploma — in a relevant subject with 45 Level 3 credits, with 33 at Distinction (including 15 credits in two different science subjects) and 12 at Merit

Scholarships

Bridge House College Nigeria Law Scholarships
Value: £2,000
Up to £2,000
Kaplan Digital Pathways Excellence Scholarship
Kaplan Digital Pathways Foundation Certificate, will receive a £5,000 tuition fee reduction for the first year of study.
Up to £5,000
Liverpool Excellence Scholarship for Undergraduates
If you’re an international undergraduate student who hasn’t studied with us before, you could be eligible for a scholarship offering a tuition fee discount of £7,500.
Up to £7,500
Sport Liverpool Performance Programme
A very limited number of grants, worth up to £3,500, are available through the High Performance Athlete Programme.
University of Liverpool Graduate Association Hong Kong and Tung Undergraduate Scholarships
The University of Liverpool Graduate Association Hong Kong undergraduate scholarships are worth £10,000 per year for three years and are awarded to students originating from Hong Kong.
Up to £10,000
University of Liverpool International College Excellence Scholarship
£5,000 tuition fee reduction for the first year of study.
Up to £5,000

Careers this course leads to

Climate scientist
Environmental consultant
Sustainability officer
Climate change policy adviser
Environmental data analyst
Oceanographic research assistant

Cost of study

UK/Home: Full-time place, per year - £9,790; Year in industry: £1,955; Year abroad: £1,465 | International: Full-time place, per year - £32,000; Year in industry: £1,955; Year abroad: £16,000

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 Liverpool, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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