Environmental Science BSc (Hons)

On our Environmental Science degree programme you’ll develop a fundamental understanding of the Earth’s interconnected environmental systems and the social processes that lead to local and global environmental problems and explore their potential solutions across a range of spatial and temporal scales.As one of the largest environmental and Earth science schools in the UK and home to a wide range of expertise, our course is taught by internationally recognised experts, who’ll help you gain the knowledge and skills needed to tackle our planet and society’s most pressing challenges. You’ll learn how to collect, analyse, evaluate and communicate environmental monitoring data in a range of formats and get the opportunity to engage in frontier science through an independent research project during your final year.By the time you graduate you’ll be fully equipped with the discipline-specific knowledge and valuable transferable skills needed to enter employment or postgraduate education.Why study at Leeds- This course is accredited by the Institution of Environmental Sciences. - Our globally-renowned research that tackles complex global challenges such as climate change, energy security and natural hazard management feeds directly into your course and shapes what you learn at Leeds with the latest thinking. - Experience expert teaching delivered by a programme team made up of leading specialists with extensive experience from across the breadth of environmental science areas. - Put theory into practice by undertaking fieldwork activities, where you’ll advance your research skills and gain hands-on experience highly valued by employers in industry or in postgraduate education.- Access specialist facilities, including lecture theatres, seminar rooms and computer clusters fully equipped with the latest technology to support your learning. - Enhance your career prospects and give your CV that competitive edge before you graduate with our exciting study abroad programmes and work placement opportunities. - Join one of our societies, such as SusSoc, where you can meet like-minded people at events such as socials and sports.

A-level: ABB including two from: Biology, Chemistry, Geology, Geography, Environmental Science, Mathematics, Physics; one of which must be in Mathematics or a science subject. Where an A-Level Science subject is taken, we require a pass in the practical science element, alongside the achievement of the A-Level at the stated grade. Excludes A-Level General Studies or Critical Thinking. GCSE: English and Mathematics at grade C (4) or above, or an appropriate English language and Mathematics qualification. We will accept Level 2 Functional Skills English in lieu of GCSE English. Extended Project Qualification (EPQ): We recognise the value of this qualification and the effort and skills required to undertake it, where an applicant is taking the EPQ this may attract an alternative offer in addition to the standard offer. The EPQ taken with A-Levels, for example, could be BBB with an A in the EPQ. Alternative qualification Access to HE Diploma Pass 60 credits overall with 45 credits at Level 3, 30 credits with Distinction and the remaining 15 credits with Merit or above. BTEC DDM in National Extended Diploma/3 National Extended Certificates in two relevant subjects. We will accept a combination of BTECs and A-Levels. Please contact the School's Undergraduate Admissions Team for more information. Cambridge Pre-U D3, M2, M2 including two relevant subjects, one of which must be in mathematics or a science subject. International Baccalaureate 16 points at higher level to include 6,5,5 with at least 5 points in two relevant subjects, one of which must be in mathematics or a science subject. Irish Leaving Certificate (higher Level) AAABBB/H2H2H2H3H3H3 in two relevant subjects, must be in mathematics or a science subject. Scottish Highers / Advanced Highers AABBB overall with BB in 2 Advanced Highers (AH). For non-AH applicants AABBBB. To include 2 relevant subjects one of which must be in a mathematics or a science subject.