BSc Environmental Science
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Environmental Science, addressing the interactions between living systems and the physical environment. Core topics include Data Analysis, Laboratory Techniques, Research Methods, and Fieldwork. The programme offers an optional placement year, with fieldwork at locations such as the Jurassic Coast and the New Forest. An Independent Research Project is completed in the final year.
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Entry requirements
For 2027 entry: 112–128 UCAS tariff points (A-level grades BBC–ABB) including a minimum of 2 A-levels or equivalent qualifications. We also accept a wide range of vocational qualifications including BTEC Extended Diploma (grade DMM–DDM) and T Levels (Merit).
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Admissions (2022 entry, home applicants)
Offer rate 96%: 103 offers from 107 applications, from the university's Freedom of Information return.
What students say
Based on about 15 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 85%
- Learning opportunities: 80%
- Assessment and feedback: 83%
- Academic support: 93%
- Organisation and management: 75%
- Learning resources: 95%
- Student voice: 61%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 25 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 75%
- Left higher education: 20%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 5%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 40 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 5%
- East Midlands: 5%
- East of England: 5%
- London: 15%
- South East: 35%
- South West: 35%
- Wales: 5%
Who gets in
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 95%
- Other HE qualification: 5%
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, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Chemistry
- Diversity of Life
- Scientific Research Skills
- Fundamentals of Environmental Sciences
- Physical Geography
- Residential Field Trip
- Advanced Scientific Research Skills
- Applications of Environmental Science
- Environmental Pollution
- Geospatial Science
- Ecosystems
- Coasts and Coastal Adaptation
- Environmental & Societal Challenges
- Introduction to Toxicology
- Geomorphology
- International Field Trip
- Independent Research Project
- Environmental Remote Sensing
- Freshwater Resource Management
- Marine Conservation
- Climate & Environmental Change
- Environmental Law
- Sustainable Development and Globalisation
- Quaternary Environments
- Topics in Biodiversity and Conservation
- Environmental Forensics
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Environmental Science at Bournemouth University earn?
The median salary is £26,500 after 3 years, £33,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £24,000 and £40,500. The £33,000 median after five years is £3,500 more than the UK median for Environmental sciences.
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Environmental Science at Bournemouth University?
85% 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 Bournemouth University?
The typical offer is BBC at A level. The average entrant had 93 UCAS points.
What is the offer rate for BSc Environmental Science at Bournemouth University?
96% of home applicants received an offer for 2022 entry: 103 offers from 107 applications, according to the university's Freedom of Information return.
Is BSc Environmental Science at Bournemouth 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 at Bournemouth University include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year.
How many students continue on BSc Environmental Science at Bournemouth University?
75% of students continued into their second year, and 20% left higher education.