A levels, ABB including two of the following science subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Geography, Geology, Environmental Studies, Mathematics, Physics, Psychology or Life and Health Sciences
Access to Higher Education Diploma, 30 credits at Distinction and 15 credits at Merit or higher including Science-related units.
BTEC National Extended Diploma, DDM. Please contact us at ug-admissions@york.ac.uk for details on whether your BTEC will be considered for entry.
Cambridge Pre-U, D3, M2, M2 including two of the following science subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Geography, Geology, Environmental Studies, Mathematics, Physics, Psychology or Life and Health Sciences
European Baccalaureate, 75% overall including two of the following science subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Geography, Geology, Environmental Studies, Mathematics, Physics, Psychology or Life and Health Sciences
International Baccalaureate, 34 points including two of the following science subjects at Higher level: Biology, Chemistry, Geography, Geology, Environmental Studies, Mathematics, Physics, Psychology or Life and Health Sciences
If English isn't your first language you may need to provide evidence of your English language ability. We accept the following qualifications:
IELTS (Academic and Indicator), 6.5, with a minimum of 6.0 in each component
C1 Advanced and C2 Proficiency, 176, with a minimum of 169 in each component
Duolingo, 110 overall, with a minimum of 100 in each component
GCSE/IGCSE/O level English Language (as a first or second language), Grade C
LanguageCert International ESOL SELT, B2 Communicator High Pass with a minimum score of 33/50 in each component
PTE Academic, 61, with a minimum of 55 in each component
TOEFL, 87 overall, with a minimum of 21 in each component
Trinity ISE III, Merit in all components
There has never been greater need for scientists who understand how the Earth system functions and responds to human activities, and who can apply this knowledge in the broader social and economic context of managing the environment to ensure a sustainable future.
Research-led teaching with a multi-disciplinary focus will provide you with the knowledge and skills needed to address complex environmental problems such as climate change, air pollution and energy transitions.
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Year 1
The first year modules give you an introduction to the fundamentals of environmental science, providing you with a foundation for more advanced material in the following years.
Core modules
You will take core modules which may include:
Concepts in Environmental Science
Data Analysis for Environmental Research
Dynamic Earth
Ecological Principles for the Environment
Environment, Development and Society
Frontiers in Environmental Research
Environment Field Project for Environmental Science and Environmental Geography (currently to North York Moors National Park)
Year 2
You'll take a range of core modules to develop your knowledge of environmental science. You can then begin to tailor your degree to your own interests with a choice of option modules.
Core modules
You will take core modules which may include:
Ecosystem Processes
Environmental Geochemistry
Climate Change: Science, Observation and Impacts
Environmental Systems Project
Residential Field Trip (currently to Tenerife)
Option modules
You will take a selection of option modules, examples of which may include:
Earth Processes and Landforms
Energy and Environment
Geographical Information Systems
Biogeography
Ocean Management and Conservation
Economics of Sustainable Development
Ecological Methodology
Year 3
In Year 3 you undertake advanced research training to prepare the way to your fourth year of masters study. You can also select option modules to suit your interests and employment objectives.
Core modules
You will take core modules which may include:
Advanced Literature Review
Research Skills and Statistical methods
Atmosphere and Ocean Science
Pollution Monitoring, Assessment and Control
Option modules
You will take a selection of option modules, examples of which may include:
Land Use Change and Management: Perspectives from agriculture and forestry
Environmental Hazards
Biodiversity and Society
Environmental and Natural Resource Economics
Year 4
In Year 4 you undertake further advanced training, vocational modules and a significant independent research project tailored to your research interests and career ambitions.
Core modules
You will take core modules which may include:
Research Dissertation
Field Trip
Current Research in Environmental Science
Business and the Environment
Environmental Impact Assessment
Corporate Sustainability
Option modules
You will take a selection of option modules, examples of which may include:
Ecotoxicology
IPCC Science
Environment and Health
Environmental Governance
Environmental conservationist
Graduate policy analyst
Flood risk officer
Graduate environmental consultant
Environmental engineer
Oil and gas analyst
Insurance - Single: 300 (£) per year
