BSc Ecology and Environmental Science
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Ecology and Environmental Science, an environmental science degree focused on ecosystems, conservation, and human impacts on the natural world. Core topics include Data Analysis, Statistics, Laboratory Techniques, Research Methods, Fieldwork, Project Management, and Critical & Analytical Thinking. This Institution of Environmental Sciences-accredited course features field training across UK and overseas locations, small class sizes, and an independent dissertation. The first year covers foundational concepts and practical skills through modules such as Fundamentals of Ecology, Introduction to Ecological and Environmental Methods, Managing Valued Environments, Earth Systems & Processes, Data Handling and Presentation, and Practical Environmental Investigation. The second year introduces hypothesis testing, habitat monitoring, and optional subjects including Biogeography, Plant ecology and diversity, Marine Ecology, Ice Age Earth, Fluvial Hydrosystems, Geographic Information Systems, Sea-Level Change and Coasts, and Threats to Civilisation, alongside internship opportunities. The final year centres on advanced ecological theory and independent research through compulsory modules like Population and Community Ecology, Pollution in Ecological Systems, and Ecology & Environmental Science Dissertation. Students can further tailor their studies with optional modules covering Reintroduction & Rewilding, Climate Change, River Science and Management, Advanced Geographic Information Systems, Changing Coasts, and Professional Experience or Field Placement.
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Entry requirements
104 – 120 UCAS tariff points Your grades are just one part of your story, which is why at UoG we accept any grades from any combination of level 3 qualifications. A-level BCC BTEC DMM T-level Pass Here’s an example of how 104 – 120 UCAS tariff points might look for some common level 3 qualifications. GCSE in English Lang/Lit and Maths at grade 4/C or above are usually required. Unsure if we could offer you a place? Check out the UCAS tariff calculator or contact our admissions team if you have any questions.
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What students say
Based on about 13 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 98%
- Learning opportunities: 95%
- Assessment and feedback: 93%
- Academic support: 97%
- Organisation and management: 90%
- Learning resources: 91%
- Student voice: 93%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 10 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 90%
- Left higher education: 10%
What graduates do next
Based on about 7 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 50%
- Working and studying: 10%
- Unemployed: 10%
Most common jobs
- Conservation and environment professionals: 20%
- Animal care and control services: 10%
- Elementary occupations: 10%
- Teaching Professionals: 10%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 80%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 75%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 65%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 50 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 5%
- West Midlands: 10%
- East of England: 5%
- London: 5%
- South East: 10%
- South West: 50%
- Wales: 5%
Who gets in
Based on about 20 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 90%
- Access course: 5%
- 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, Silver for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Fundamentals of Ecology
- Introduction to Ecological and Environmental Methods
- Managing Valued Environments
- Earth Systems & Processes
- Data Handling and Presentation
- Practical Environmental Investigation
- Research: Skills & Proposal: Ecology & Environmental Science
- Monitoring & Management of Habitats & Species
- Internship
- Biogeography
- Plant ecology and diversity
- Marine Ecology
- Field Research
- Ice Age Earth
- Fluvial Hydrosystems
- Geographic Information Systems
- Sea-Level Change and Coasts
- Threats to Civilisation
- Population and Community Ecology
- Pollution in Ecological Systems
- Ecology & Environmental Science Dissertation
- Professional Experience
- Field Placement
- Reintroduction & Rewilding
- Climate Change
- River Science and Management
- Advanced Geographic Information Systems
- Changing Coasts
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Ecology and Environmental Science at University of Gloucestershire earn?
The median salary is £27,000 after 15 months, £20,000 after 3 years, £24,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £20,500 and £33,000. The £24,500 median after five years is £1,500 less than the UK median for Ecology and environmental biology.
What do graduates of BSc Ecology and Environmental Science at University of Gloucestershire do next?
60% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Ecology and Environmental Science at University of Gloucestershire?
98% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Ecology and Environmental Science at University of Gloucestershire?
The typical offer is BCC at A level. The average entrant had 118 UCAS points.
Is BSc Ecology and Environmental Science at University of Gloucestershire accredited?
Yes. Accredited by the Institution of Environmental Sciences (IES) for the purpose of eligibility to apply for associate membership.
How many students continue on BSc Ecology and Environmental Science at University of Gloucestershire?
90% of students continued into their second year, and 10% left higher education.