Environmental Science

Description

Environmental science is the study of the whole environment so involves both biological organisms and our physical environment, and the interactions between them.

Biology and geography are an important part of this degree, to help you to understand the processes within ecosystems and how we can manage our natural resources effectively.

You will study chemistry, physics and geology as applied to the study of the environment, and learn about the role of social and economic factors, ethics and public perception in environmental management.

You may also take an optional 70-hour work placement to gain practical experience in the environmental sector in the UK or abroad.

Quality and ranking

Environmental Sciences at Newcastle ranks in the top 200 universities in the world in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2014.

Detailed Course Facts

Application deadline January 15 Tuition fee

• GBP 9000 Year (EEA)
• GBP 15490 Year (Non-EEA)

Start date September 2015 Credits (ECTS) 180 ECTS
Duration full-time 36 months Languages Take an IELTS test

• English

Delivery mode On Campus Educational variant Full-time Intensity Flexible

Course Content

Our degrees are divided into Stages. Each Stage lasts for an academic year and you need to complete modules totalling 120 credits by the end of each Stage.

Please be aware that programme modules do change and therefore may differ for your year of entry.

Stage 1

Compulsory modules

• ACE1008 Environment and Land Resources
• ACE1010 Environment and Land Use Field Course
• ACE1014 British Agriculture
• ACE1035 Environmental Science Issues
• ACE1049 Developing Skills to Make Sense of Global Challenges: Food Security
• ACE1101 The Global Environmental System
• ACE1102 Earth Surface Materials
• BIO1003 Plant Biology 1
• BIO1006 Ecology 1
• CEG1702 Geographic Informative Systems
• MAS1401 Statistical Methods

Stage 2

Compulsory modules

• ACE2014 Environmental Practice
• ACE2015 Environmental Science Field Class 2
• ACE2016 Soils in Terrestrial Ecosystems
• ACE2052 Geological Resources
• BIO2002 Biodiversity and Conservation 1
• GEO2107 Climate and Environmental Change: Present, Future and Past

You choose one career development module from the following:

• ACE2051 Career Development in the Environmental Sector
• NCL2100 Exploring Enterprise, Entrepreneurship and Employability

Optional modules

You take 20 credits from the following:

• ACE1003 Economics for Business and Marketing
• ACE2003 Landscape, Culture and Heritage
• ACE2029 Agriculture and the Environment
• BIO2009 Ecology 2
• BIO2018 Pollution of Air, Water and Soil 1
• LAW2053 Law and Land Use

Work placement (optional)

You may choose to spend a year, between Stages 2 and 3, undertaking a work placement in the environmental sector, gaining valuable work experience. Permission to undertake a placement is subject to the approval of the Degree Programme Director.

Stage 3

Compulsory modules

• ACE3015 Research Methods in Environmental Pollution
• ACE3042 Sustainability in Theory and Practice
• ACE3070 Ecosystems: Characteristics, Functions and Environmental Change
• ACE3080 Environmental Impact Assessment
• ACE3081 Ecology and Environment Research
• ACE3082 Project Planning and Management

Optional modules

You take 30 credits from the following list:

• ACE3013 Rural Environmental Policy Evaluation
• ACE3016 Countryside Management
• ACE3017 Rural Planning, Politics and Society
• ACE3035 Sustainable Land Management
• ACE3067 Climate Change and Land Use
• BIO3002 Ecology 3
• BIO3003 Ecological Modelling
• BIO3012 Biodiversity and Conservation 2
• BIO3031 Pollution of Air, Water and Soil 2
• LAW3015 Environmental Law

English Language Requirements

IELTS band : 6.5 TOEFL iBT® test : 90

To study at this university, you have to speak English. We advice you to

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Requirements

All candidates are considered on an individual basis. If your qualifications are not listed here, please see our additional entry requirements web pages to find out which other qualifications are considered.

- A Levels

AAB-ABB preferably including two science subjects (one of which may include Geography). GCSE Mathematics (minimum grade C) required if not offered at a higher level.

- Scottish Qualifications

AAABB-AABBB including at least two sciences (which may include Geography). Mathematics required at grade 2 Standard Grade (or Intermediate 2 equivalent) if not offered at Higher Grade. Combinations of Highers and Advanced Highers accepted.

- International Baccalaureate

A minimum of 34-35 points with at least one science subject at Higher Level grade 5 or above. Mathematics or Mathematical Studies at Standard Level grade 4 or above if not offered at Higher Level.

- Irish Leaving Certificate

A1A1A1B1B-A1A1B1B1B at Higher Level, to include two science subjects (Geography or Mathematics included).

- Access Qualifications

At least 30 level 3 credits in a science subject and at least 30 level 3 credits at a minimum of Distinction and, in addition, at least 15 level 3 credits at a minimum of Merit.

- BTEC Level 5 HND

In a science-related subject to include at least 120 credits at Merit grade, including Physical or Biological Sciences at Merit grade and Mathematics at Pass grade.

- BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma (formerly BTEC National Diploma)

In a science-related subject at overall DDD-DDM, to include Physical or Biological Sciences and Mathematics units.

- Cambridge Pre-U

D3, D3, M2 - D3, M2, M2 in Principal Subjects preferably including two science subjects (which may include Geography). GCSE Mathematics (minimum grade C) required if not offered at a higher level.

- PARTNERS - A Levels

BBB preferably including two science subjects (one of which may be Geography). GCSE Mathematics (minimum grade C) required if not offered at a higher level.

The PARTNERS Programme is Newcastle Universitys supported entry route for students from identified schools and colleges. Find out more about the PARTNERS Programme.

- PARTNERS - BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma (formerly BTEC National Diploma)

In a science-related subject at overall MMP, to include Physical or Biological Sciences and Mathematics units.

The PARTNERS Programme is Newcastle Universitys supported entry route for students from identified schools and colleges. Find out more about the PARTNERS Programme.

- English Language Requirements

For this degree you will need a minimum score of IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Visit our International Students webpages to find out more about our English language admission requirements and English language support courses offered by INTO Newcastle University.

- International Foundation Programmes

If you are an international student and you do not meet the academic and English language requirements specified above, you should consider a preparation course at INTO Newcastle University, which will help to prepare you for study on this degree course. INTO Newcastle University is based on the University campus and offers a range of courses including the International Foundation in Biological and Biomedical Sciences.

Work Experience

No work experience is required.

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