BSc (Hons) Environmental Science at Bournemouth University

Programme overview

Build expertise in environmental management and sustainability, with real-world skills in data analysis and remote sensing. Accreditations: The Institution of Environmental Sciences.

Department: Life, Environmental & Forensic Sciences | Duration: 3 years full-time with optional short placements, or 4 years full-time with placement | Study mode: full-time | Intake: September 2027, September 2028 | Location: Poole, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 core units: Chemistry, Diversity of Life, Scientific Research Skills, Fundamentals of Environmental Sciences, Physical Geography, Residential Field Trip. Year 2: Advanced Scientific Research Skills, Applications of Environmental Science, Environmental Pollution, Geospatial Science, with options including Geomorphology and an International Field Trip.

Career pathways

Typical roles include Laboratory Assistant, Science Technician, Academic Researcher, Environmental Consultant, Sustainability Officer, Water Quality Scientist.

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Application information

Entry requirements

For September 2027 entry: 112–128 UCAS tariff points (A-level grades BBC–ABB) including a minimum of 2 A-levels or equivalent qualifications. We also accept a wide range of vocational qualifications including BTEC Extended Diploma (grade DMM–DDM) and T Levels (Merit). IB Diploma: 28 to 31 points. GCSE English Language or English Literature and Mathematics grade 4 (or C). English: IELTS (Academic) 6.0 with minimum 5.5 in each component.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Tuition fee per year for September 2027 start; UK fee covers UK, Republic of Ireland and Channel Islands students Source

International applicants: GBP 19,685 a year (2027/28). Tuition fee per year for September 2027 start; UK fee covers UK, Republic of Ireland and Channel Islands students Source

Intake: September 2027, September 2028

Duration: 3 years full-time with optional short placements, or 4 years full-time with placement

Apply through the official page: https://www.ucas.com/explore/unis/22e93c90/bournemouth-university/courses?studyYear=2027

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