Environmental Science

Highlights: Many of our staff have received awards to acknowledge their for their enthusiasm and expertise in teaching and pastoral support. This degree draws on our strengths in geography and across the sciences: biology, earth and ocean sciences, and environmental chemistry. Our location makes this an ideal place to study environmental science as we have a natural laboratory on our doorstep: from the coast to the varied landscape of the Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park with its long history of multiple land use, mining and quarrying. Field trips are a key element of this degree - they are the best classroom available! Course Overview: There has never been a better time to study our Environmental Science degree. The world is facing hugely important environmental issues, and the need to solve these will bring considerable opportunities, as well as challenges. Completing this degree will give you a high-level Masters qualification in this topic, which will put you in a very select group of people. Environmental Science brings together several disciplines to look at these environmental issues in a comprehensive way, and explores how technology, research, behavioural change, regulations and a robust scientific approach can be brought together to find solutions. This degree covers biology (giving you an understanding of organisms, their environments and their communities), environmental chemistry (so that you understand the impacts of pollution and many natural environmental processes), earth science (giving you a background in global processes), and land and water resource management. This combination of subject areas, combined with many practical sessions and field trips, creates a degree that is both fascinating and rewarding. Bangor must be one of the best-placed universities for you to study Environmental Science. We have access to a wide range of natural environments ranging, from the coast to the varied landscape of Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park with its long history of multiple land use, mining and quarrying. Field trips are central throughout this degree. As well as local trips, we have residential trips further afield. As a mark of our academic excellence, all our Environmental Science degrees are accredited by the Institution of Environmental Science (IES). This recognises the professional relevance and applicability of our curriculum to the workplace. By studying an accredited degree, you are also entitled to free student membership and access to exclusive online information, members-only reports and opportunities to network with professionals at free or reduced entry events. Read more Course options Placement Year What is the Placement Year? This exciting opportunity allows you to spend a year working with a self-sourced, professional organisation relevant to your studies. You'll typically start between June and September of your second year and finish by the following June or September. Placements can be UK-based or even overseas. Why choose a Placement Year? Gain practical experience that complements your academic learning Make valuable industry contacts that could open doors for future careers Strengthen your employability by gaining real-world experience. How does the Placement Year work? With dedicated support from your Academic School and our Careers and Employability Services, you will be fully equipped to find the perfect placement to complement your degree. We will guide you through the process of securing and finalising your placement arrangements. Is the Placement Year for you? There is no need to decide now. You will have the chance to explore the Placement Year option after starting your course at Bangor University. We'll provide all the information you need to make an informed decision. Ready to find out more? Discover the exciting work experience opportunities available by visiting the Work Experience During Your Degree section on our website. International Experience Year What is the…

IELTS 6.0 (5.5) overall (figure in brackets is the minimum in each component)

International students: £20,000

UK students: £9,790

UK/Home: £9,790

International: £20,000

September 2026

UCAS equal-consideration deadline

• Bangor, United Kingdom