Bournemouth University - BSc (Hons) Environmental Science (with Foundation Year option)

Bournemouth University

BSc (Hons) Environmental Science (with Foundation Year option)

This degree has been designed to provide you with a solid foundation in the field of environmental science, as well as an examination of how humans shape the world around us and how humanity can address the issues that arise as a result. Gain hands-on experience through fieldwork, lab work, computing, data analysis, report writing, and job placements.
Fieldwork is conducted in a variety of stimulating environments, including the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site, the East Devon World Heritage Coast, and the New Forest.
Opportunities to learn through fieldwork by participating in staff-led research projects abroad
Our students collaborate with professional practitioners to co-create featured projects with our staff.

Foundation year: For UK students who do not meet the entry requirements for the degree course, we offer a foundation year. This additional year of study will provide you with a solid foundation in the scientific skills required for environmental science and boost your confidence, knowledge, and skills for future studies. You will progress to the full degree after completing the foundation year.

Course accreditation

Accreditation by the Institution of Environmental Sciences (IES) provides an indicator of quality and indicates that an educational institute is planning the career paths of its students. You’ll also be able to apply for free student membership in the institution.

Entry Requirements

  • 104 - 120 UCAS tariff points including a minimum of 2 A levels or equivalent. BTEC Extended Diploma: DMM.

  • Foundation year

    : 48-72 UCAS tariff points.

     

  • If English is not your first la

    nguage you'll need IELTS (Academic) 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each of the components or equivalent.

Career Prospects

Your degree will focus on developing the scientific skills required for professional practice, as well as providing you with a variety of transferable skills that will provide you with a variety of career options. Our faculty and staff have extensive research, educational, and consulting experience, and they will ensure that you are prepared for the world of work once you graduate. Our graduates hold positions in a variety of organizations and sectors, including Bournemouth and Poole College and Herbs in a Bottle. Following graduation, you may pursue the following positions:

  • Laboratory Assistant
  • Science Technician
  • Academic Researcher.

Course Details

This course integrates a variety of teaching methods including lectures, laboratory-based practicals, field exercises, group activities and research project meetings for both theoretical and reflective-based learning.

You will also benefit from regular guest lectures from industry. See ‘Scheduled learning and teaching activities’ in this section for more information about contact hours and teaching throughout the course.

Foundation Year

Core units
Academic Study Skills
Applied Sciences
Introduction to Biology
Introduction to Psychology
Mathematics in Science
Foundation Year Project

Year 1

Core units
Chemistry
Diversity of Life
Scientific Research Skills
Fundamentals of Environmental Sciences
Physical Geography
Residential Field Trip

Year 2

Core units:
Advanced Scientific Research Skills
Applications of Environmental Science
Environmental Pollution
Option units
International Field Trip
Semester 1 (choose one):
Ecosystems
Coasts and Coastal Adaptation
Behavioural Ecology
Semester 2 (choose two):
Environmental & Societal Challenges
Geospatial Science
Microbiology
Quaternary Environments

Final Year

Core unit:
Independent Research Project
Option units
Semester 1 (choose two):
Biological Oceanography
Climate & Environmental Change
Earth Surface Processes & Landforms
Emergence & Extinction
Environmental Remote Sensing
Marine Conservation
Semester 2 (choose two):
Conservation Biogeography
Environmental Law
Freshwater Resource Management
Sustainable Development and Globalisation
Topics in Wildlife Conservation

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