BSc Environmental Science
About this course
Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science BSc, an environmental science degree centred on natural systems, ecological processes, and human impacts on the planet. Core topics include Data Analysis, Research Methods, and Project Management. The curriculum includes fieldwork opportunities and practical training in geographical and environmental techniques. The first year covers foundational concepts through LC Applied GIS and Data Science, LC Connected Earth: Environmental Systems and Change, LC Ecological Concepts and Plant Sciences, and LC Environmental Geochemistry. The second year builds upon this knowledge with Advanced Research Methods and Project Planning, Field Research Skills for Physical Geography and Environmental Sciences, Critical Issues for 21st Century Ecosystems, and Digital data capture and analysis. Students also explore Earth Resources, Environmental Impacts and Sustainability, Ecological Systems, and Environmental Pollution and Management. Further studies examine Geological Natural Hazards, Hydroclimatology: Climate and Water, Hydrology and River Management, Palaeoecology, and Plant Sciences: from cells to the environment.
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Entry requirements
A Level: ABB Including 1 Required Science. IB: 6,5,5 32 points overall.. BTEC: We welcome students studying BTEC qualifications as an alternative to A levels, and accept BTEC Extended Diploma, Diploma and Extended Certificate. Please contact us for further guidance.
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What students say
Based on about 23 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 94%
- Learning opportunities: 96%
- Assessment and feedback: 81%
- Academic support: 92%
- Organisation and management: 83%
- Learning resources: 96%
- Student voice: 85%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 100%
What graduates do next
Based on about 9 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 65%
- Working and studying: 15%
- Further study: 15%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Elementary occupations: 20%
- Conservation and environment professionals: 20%
- Managers, directors and senior officials: 10%
- Sales occupations: 10%
- Natural and social science professionals: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 80%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 70%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 30%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 370 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 1%
- North West: 7%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 5%
- East Midlands: 4%
- West Midlands: 26%
- East of England: 9%
- London: 20%
- South East: 17%
- South West: 8%
- Wales: 1%
- Scotland: 2%
Who gets in
Based on about 25 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 85%
- Other HE qualification: 5%
- Other qualifications: 10%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited by the Institution of Environmental Sciences (IES) for the purpose of eligibility to apply for associate membership.
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Bronze for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Modules
- LC Applied GIS and Data Science
- LC Connected Earth: Environmental Systems and Change
- LC Discover Geography Earth and Environmental Sciences (GEES): Academic and Professional Futures
- LC Ecological Concepts and Plant Sciences
- LC Environmental Geochemistry
- LC Research Methods in Environmental Science
- Advanced Research Methods and Project Planning
- Field Research Skills for Physical Geography and Environmental Sciences
- Critical Issues for 21st Century Ecosystems
- Digital data capture and analysis
- Earth Resources, Environmental Impacts and Sustainability
- Ecological Systems
- Environmental Pollution and Management
- Geological Natural Hazards
- Hydroclimatology: Climate and Water
- Hydrology and River Management
- Palaeoecology
- Plant Sciences: from cells to the environment
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Environmental Science at University of Birmingham earn?
The median salary is £29,500 after 15 months, £27,500 after 3 years, £34,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £29,000 and £45,000. The £34,500 median after five years is £5,000 more than the UK median for Environmental sciences.
What do graduates of BSc Environmental Science at University of Birmingham do next?
95% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Environmental Science at University of Birmingham?
94% 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 at University of Birmingham?
The typical offer is ABB at A level, or 32 points in the IB. The average entrant had 143 UCAS points.
Is BSc Environmental Science at University of Birmingham accredited?
Yes. Accredited by the Institution of Environmental Sciences (IES) for the purpose of eligibility to apply for associate membership.
Does BSc Environmental Science at University of Birmingham include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year.
How many students continue on BSc Environmental Science at University of Birmingham?
100% of students continued into their second year, and 0% left higher education.