BSc Environmental Science (with Foundation Year)
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Environmental Science, combining scientific analysis with fieldwork and data skills. Core topics include Data Analysis, Statistics, Fieldwork, Research Methods, Programming, and Communication & Writing. The programme holds IES accreditation, entitling graduates to pursue Chartered Environmentalist or Chartered Scientist status. A residential field course and a final-year dissertation are part of the curriculum.
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Entry requirements
GCSE: grade C/4 in Maths required. Offers are tariff based, 48 - 96 points, from Level 3 qualification(s)* e.g. A Levels (including: AS-levels, General Studies) International Baccalaureate Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) BTEC Diplomas and Certificate are accepted and Cambridge Technical Diplomas / Certificates Cambridge Technical Diplomas and Certificates City & Guilds Advanced Technical Diplomas Welsh Baccalaureate is accepted Scottish Highers Irish Leaving Certificate is accepted T-levels: considered on a case-by-case basis We also welcome applications from mature learners. Mature students and/or those with other qualifications are considered on individual merit.
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What students say
Based on about 26 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 89%
- Learning opportunities: 86%
- Assessment and feedback: 80%
- Academic support: 91%
- Organisation and management: 84%
- Learning resources: 84%
- Student voice: 74%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 65%
- Left higher education: 35%
What graduates do next
Based on about 6 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 60%
- Working and studying: 20%
Most common jobs
- Conservation and environment professionals: 20%
- Elementary occupations: 10%
- Sales occupations: 10%
- Natural and social science professionals: 10%
- Skilled trades occupations: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 85%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 80%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 60%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 145 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 2%
- North West: 23%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 10%
- East Midlands: 6%
- West Midlands: 9%
- East of England: 4%
- London: 6%
- South East: 9%
- South West: 6%
- Wales: 22%
- Scotland: 2%
Who gets in
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 90%
- Access course: 10%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited by the Institution of Environmental Sciences (IES) for the purpose of eligibility to apply for associate membership.
Modules
- Essential Mathematics
- Essential Computer & Data Science
- Essential Planet Earth - A Systems Approach
- Essential Biology
- Foundation Year Subject Specific Project
- Earth Systems and Processes
- Ecosystem Function and Services
- Chemistry in Environmental Science
- Practical and Field Skills for Environmental Scientists
- Earth, Climate and Evolution
- Essential Chemistry
- Year 1 Tutorials
- Tutorials Year 1
- Catchment Processes
- Water, Air and Soil Pollution
- Field Course: Environmental Conflicts
- Instrumental Methods for Environmental Scientists
- Becoming a Researcher
- Geospatial Data Skills
- Climate Change: Science and Impacts
- Natural Hazards
- Plant Diversity and Conservation
- Evolutionary Biology
- Environmental Geochemistry
- Global Challenges: Energy and Waste
- Independent Dissertation Research
- Science Communication Skills
- Sgiliau Cyfathrebu Gwyddoniaeth
- Rivers, Coasts and Oceans
- Catchment Modelling and Analysis
- Environmental Policy
- Field Course: Tenerife
- Forest Ecosystems and Services
- Freshwater Ecosystems
- Environmental Issues
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Environmental Science (with Foundation Year) at Bangor University earn?
The median salary is £27,000 after 15 months, £23,000 after 3 years, £28,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £23,000 and £34,500. The £28,000 median after five years is £1,500 less than the UK median for Environmental sciences.
What do graduates of BSc Environmental Science (with Foundation Year) at Bangor University do next?
80% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Environmental Science (with Foundation Year) at Bangor University?
89% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Environmental Science (with Foundation Year) at Bangor University?
The average entrant had 75 UCAS points.
Is BSc Environmental Science (with Foundation Year) at Bangor University accredited?
Yes. Accredited by the Institution of Environmental Sciences (IES) for the purpose of eligibility to apply for associate membership.
Does BSc Environmental Science (with Foundation Year) at Bangor University include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year and an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on BSc Environmental Science (with Foundation Year) at Bangor University?
65% of students continued into their second year, and 35% left higher education.