BSc (Hons) Environmental Science

Explore the processes which impact the wide range of ecosystems and environments on Earth. You can tailor your degree to suit your interests and focus on specialisms such as global environmental change, conservation, sustainability and environmental quality and technology.One of the first degree programmes to be established in the subject, Sheffield remains at the leading edge of environmental science – as you’ll see, when you experience our blend of research-led teaching in the field and in the lab.From the essentials in geography, earth science and biology, you’ll forge your own path in years two and three. Your study will take you to a range of far-reaching research specialisms such as global environmental change, conservation, sustainability and environmental quality and technology.Practical work and field classes are an essential part of the course. Third year students typically carry out an extended research project in the lab or in the field, and the University is happy to cover the costs to ensure everyone has this chance.With environmental science now a rapidly evolving, in-demand discipline, you’ll find there is no shortage of careers in industry, research, conservation and ecology – to name a few.Graduates from our BSc Environmental Science and MEnvSci Environmental Science degrees are valued by employers for their specialist environmental science skills and in-depth knowledge of environmental issues and the natural environment.Recent graduates have gone on to careers in environmental consultancy and policy, sustainable energy, and land remediation and conservation. Our environmental science degrees are also a strong foundation for careers in other sectors including tech and coding, consultancy and business, financial services, policy and governmentOptional placement year, Study abroad