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Environmental Science

Study level:
Undergraduate

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Study mode:
Full-time
Qualification:
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Duration:
3 Years
Start date:
21/09/2026
Campus:
Main Site
2025-20262026-2027
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Course summary

This degree has been developed to give you a solid overview in the discipline of environmental science, as well as looking at how humans shape the world around us and how humanity can tackle the issues arising from this.

Why study BSc (Hons) Environmental Science at BU?

  • Gain practical experience gained through fieldwork, lab work, computing, data analysis, report writing, and work placements

  • Fieldwork is carried out in a variety of stimulating environments, including the World Heritage Site Jurassic Coast, East Devon World Heritage Coast, and the New Forest

  • Opportunities for you to learn through fieldwork by joining staff-led research projects overseas

  • Our students work in partnership with our staff to co-create featured projects, collaborating with professional practitioners

  • Gain valuable work experience on an optional placement in a real-world working environment, with a range of local, national and international companies and institutions.

  • You’ll be career-ready with 90% graduates from our environmental sciences courses in employment after 15 months. (source DiscoverUni 2023)

Course accreditation
Accreditation by the Institute of Environmental Sciences provides an indicator of quality and indicates that an education institute is planning the career paths of its students. You’ll also be able to apply for free student membership of the institution.

Foundation year
We have a foundation year option for students who do not meet the entry requirements for the degree course. This additional year of study will give you a grounding in the scientific skills required for environmental science, building your confidence, knowledge and skills for further study. After successful completion of the foundation year, you will progress to the full degree.

Modules

Year 1 core units: Chemistry | Diversity of Life | Scientific Research Skills | Fundamentals of Environmental Science | Physical Geography | Residential Field Trip

Apply by
14 January

This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.

Application codes

Course code:
F750
Institution code:
B50
Campus name:
Main Site
Campus Code:
-
Points of Entry:
Year 1

Bournemouth University has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.

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How to apply

Apply by
14 January

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:
F750
Institution code:
B50
Campus name:
Main Site
Campus Code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

This course may be available at alternative locations, please check if other course options are available.

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Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

UCAS Tariff - 104 - 120 points

104 - 120 tariff points including a minimum of 2 A-levels or equivalent

A level

104 - 120 tariff points including a minimum of 2 A-levels.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DMM

112 tariff points (Grade DMM)

Access to HE Diploma

102 - 118 tariff points with any combination of Distinction, Merit, Pass grades

Scottish Higher

104 - 120 tariff points from Scottish Highers

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - D*D

104 tariff points (Grade D*D)

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)

We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)

We accept this qualification, as part of the overall UCAS tariff.

Scottish Advanced Higher

104 - 120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of two Scottish Advanced Highers.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 28 - 31 points

Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)

Accepted as part of the overall tariff but it must be accompanied by an A-level or equivalent

Extended Project

Accepted as part of the overall tariff but it must be accompanied by 2 A-levels or equivalent

GCSE/National 4/National 5

GCSE English Language or English Literature and Mathematics grade 4 (or grade C in the old grading system). We also accept iGCSEs, Key Skills and Functional Skills and other qualifications at Level 2 of the National Qualifications Framework.

OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma - DMM

112 tariff points (Grade DMM)

OCR Cambridge Technical Diploma - D*D

104 tariff points (Grade D*D)

OCR Cambridge Technical Subsidiary Diploma

We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.

OCR Cambridge Technical Introductory Diploma

We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.

T Level

Merit 120 UCAS tariff points

AccessBU: AccessBU provides you with the opportunity to tell us about your circumstances that are not always evident in your UCAS application. This widening access initiative also considers relevant criteria such as being in care or if you live in an area with a low participation rate in Higher Education - if you are eligible, your offer could be up to 16 UCAS tariff points below the published tariff.

English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)6IELTS (Academic) 6.0 with minimum 5.5 in each component, or equivalent.

Contextual admissions

Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.

Please note that this information reflects historical entry requirements for UK 18-year-olds who pursued A level and BTEC qualifications. Please see the relevant course page of our website for the most up-to-date details on this course’s entry requirements and selection methods. Our offer-making process is based on your potential to succeed on your chosen course and considers a range of factors.

Historical entry grades data BETA

This section shows the range of grades students (with UK A-Levels or Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas) who received offers were previously accepted with (learn more). It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place. Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.

Data from:
This course and 1 other geography, earth and environmental studies course
Date range:
2022-2024

Grades held by accepted students

The results for Bournemouth University include the top and bottom 5% of student grades. This means the highest and lowest grades may include students from extraordinary circumstances. Learn more here .
BCC Most common
  1. A*AA
  2. Highest grades
  3. DEE
  4. Lowest grades

Offer rate for UK school & college leavers

99% Students aged 17/18 who applied to this course were offered a place.

How do you compare?

See how students with your grades have been accepted onto this course in the past.

Student Outcomes

Operated by the Office for Students

60 Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)

90 Go onto work and study

The number of student respondents and response rates can be important in interpreting the data – it is important to note your experience may be different from theirs. This data will be based on the subject area rather than the specific course. Read more about this data on the Discover Uni website.

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

No fee information has been provided for this course

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.

Additional fee information

All fees are quoted in pounds sterling and are per year. Visit Bournemouth University's website for full details.

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