IELTS: 6 (min 5.5 in all areas)
Pearson: 59 (59 in all sub scores)
BrunELT: 58% (min 55% in all areas)
TOEFL: 77 (min R18, L17, S20, W17)
Our global temperature has increased to 1.5 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels. What is the impact of this and what will happen if it continues to rise? Studying Environmental Sciences at Brunel will give you the foundation you need to pursue a career that makes a difference to our planet.
At Brunel you’ll develop your scientific skills in the classroom, laboratory and through field work. You’ll attend residential field trips in the UK and abroad. Our current trips take students to Dorset and Tenerife.
Your first year will bring together many different disciplines. You’ll use physical, chemical and biological knowledge to develop an understanding of the Earth’s environment.
Your course is based on the 15 “most wanted skills” identified from a national employer’s survey by the Natural Environment Research Council. This means that in addition to studying scientific topics, you’ll learn to use computer programs such as GIS, you’ll perform data analysis and be trained in areas such as public engagement, communication, leadership and teamwork.
You'll also have the option to carry out a placement as part of your degree, giving you the experience to create a stand-out CV. The Environmental Sciences BSc offers a unique compressed degree where you can carry out two placements within your three year degree during summer vacations, where you’ll earn a graduate level salary. You can also carry out a one year placement between years two and three, as part of a four year degree.
Course code: F850, F854, F852 with placement
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Year 1
Compulsory
ES1702 - Biological Processes
ES1705 - The Biosphere and Ecology
ES1703 - Earth System Science
ES1704 - Environmental Chemistry
ES1700 - Leadership for Sustainability I
ES1707 - Natural Environments Case Studies
ES1708 - Research Skills, GIS and Fieldwork I
Year 2
Compulsory
ES2701 - Anthropocene Case Studies
ES2703 - Climate Change
ES2706 - Ecosystem Stressors
ES2705 - Environmental Pollution
ES2700 - Leadership for Sustainability II
ES2702 - Research Skills, GIS and Fieldwork II
ES2704 - The Sustainability Challenge
Optional
ES2601 - Environmental Health
ES2607 - Introduction to Construction Materials and Sustainable Construction
Year 3
Compulsory
ES3702 - Environmental Governance
ES3703 - Planetary Health Case Studies
ES3701 - Sustainable Development
ES3600 - Individual Project
Optional
ES3617 - Ecological Public Health
ES3616 - Nature-based Climate Solutions
ES3601 - Pollution Solutions
ES3613 - Sustainable Construction
ES3614 - Sustainable Infrastructure Development
Career opportunities related to the environment are increasing in the public, private and charitable sectors. After completing the course you will be equipped with the skills to pursue a career in environmental protection; environmental management and consultancy; environmental compliance and sustainability; or environmental research.
You may wish to work as an environmental practitioner, an environmental analyst or an environmental manager. Some of our graduates choose to go on to do postgraduate research or study: there is a vibrant research environment within Environmental Sciences at Brunel and we are a member of the Natural Environment Research Council’s London Doctoral Training Partnership.
Our Leadership for Sustainability module ensures that students are addressing their employability and professional development as well as engaging with the skills they require.
Insurance – Single: 300 GBP per year
