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BSc Environmental Earth Science

Level
Undergraduate
Duration
3 years
Mode
Full-time
Subject
Geology
Location
United Kingdom

Overview

Why study Environmental Earth Science at Aberystwyth University? Aberystwyth University offers you the unique opportunity to study Environmental Earth Science in one of the most picturesque locations in Europe. Set on the coast of Cardigan Bay and surrounded by a great diversity of beautiful environments, including marine, moorland, mountain and grassland, our department is uniquely placed to make the most of the stunning landscapes that surround it, providing you with a fabulous variety of fieldwork and recreational opportunities. You will explore and receive a detailed insight into geological and environmental Earth science topics from leading researchers in these fields. You will have field courses in each of the three years of your degree, enabling you to apply the knowledge you have developed in the classroom to real-world examples. This course will help you develop a deeper understanding of climate change with a focus on the scientific knowledge underpinning it, and its context in the history of the planet. You will understand the impacts of volcanic eruptions on people and the environment and learn about future adaptations to environmental and anthropogenic hazards and issues. Your tutors and lecturers will provide training in using remote sensing and GIS tools, and their professional application. You will develop a solid understanding of contemporary environmental issues such as pollution and waste disposal and be trained in the cutting-edge laboratory skills used to monitor and remediate environmental contamination. Our world-class facilities are recognised by NERC (Natural Environment Research Council). You can choose to study some of your degree 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.

Entry requirements

UCAS Tariff points96–120 UCAS points
A levelsBBB-CCC · Subjects: to include a science subject
GCSEC/4 · Subjects: English, Science
BTECDDM-MMM · Subjects: with a specified subject International Baccalaurea · BTEC National Diploma
International Baccalaureate26-30 · Subjects: with 5 points in a science subje

English language requirements

IELTS6.0 overall, no part below 5.5

IELTS 6.0 with minimum 5.5 in each component

Fees

International students: £21,875 per year

UK students: £9,790 per year

UK/Home: £9,790 per year

International: £21,875 per year

Start dates

September

Application deadline

UCAS equal-consideration deadline

Campus

  • Aberystwyth, United Kingdom

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