BSc (Hons) Environmental Sciences at University of East Anglia

We're proud to be one of the largest and oldest environmental sciences schools anywhere in Europe. Here, we’ll help you understand environmental challenges, think of sustainable solutions, and learn how people can influence big decisions that affect the planet. Immersed in the heart of our Green Flag awarded 130-acre verdant Norwich campus, this highly flexible degree programme explores how the physical, chemical and biological components of the natural environment function and how they're impacted by, and affect, our society, politics and culture.

Faculty: Faculty of Science  |  Department: School of Environmental Sciences  |  Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years full-time with placement year  |  Study mode: full-time (placement year available)  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Norwich, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

This three-year degree programme begins with a year of compulsory modules to establish your knowledge on essential topics. Compulsory modules by year: Year 1: Our World, Sustainability Challenges and Solutions, Living Planet, Earth Systems, Data and Research Skills a, Data and Research Skills B. Year 2: Research Practice. Year 3: Independent Project.

Career pathways

Graduates of the BSc in Environmental Sciences can pursue careers in: Environmental consultant: advise organisations on how to deal with environmental risks, create sustainable plans, and lower their impact on nature Biodiversity conservationist: develop strategies to protect ecosystems and species through applied habitat restoration and stakeholder collaboration GIS and Data Analyst: collect, analyse, and visualise spatial data to support planning, decision-making, and problem-solving across diverse sectors Meteorologist: study atmospheric conditions to forecast weather, analyse climate patterns, and communicate risks to the wider public Scientific researcher: design and conduct experiments to generate new knowledge and advance understanding across scientific disciplines

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