BSc Environmental Science
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Environmental Science, combining physical geography, biology and earth science. Core topics include Data Analysis, Statistics, Fieldwork, Research Methods and Communication & Writing. The programme includes fieldwork in the UK and overseas, and students complete an independent research project. Optional dive training and a placement year are also available.
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Entry requirements
Most importantly, you need ambition. Together with our support and opportunities, you can go further than you ever thought possible. Our typical offer for this course is 96–112 UCAS points . Our contextual offer is 96 points. But there’s no ceiling on ambition. At least 80 points must come from A levels, BTEC, or other equivalent qualifications . Remember, we look at your whole application – not just grades. Achievements, work experience, extracurricular activities: they all count here. We also consider qualifications and experience from the UK and worldwide that may not exactly match those listed. Not sure if you’ll meet the entry requirements? Talk to our Admissions team today . We’ll look at your circumstances, give you personalised guidance and help you understand your options, one of which could be a Foundation Year . Alternative qualifications IB Diploma: 28 points. Pass Access to HE Diploma overall with a minimum of 96-112 UCAS tariff points.
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What students say
Based on about 12 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 94%
- Learning opportunities: 89%
- Assessment and feedback: 86%
- Academic support: 93%
- Organisation and management: 81%
- Learning resources: 89%
- Student voice: 77%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 20 students who started, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 85%
- Left higher education: 15%
What graduates do next
Based on about 10 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 65%
- Working and studying: 20%
- Further study: 5%
Most common jobs
- Conservation and environment professionals: 35%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 20%
- Secretarial and related occupations: 10%
- Caring personal services: 10%
- Process, plant and machine operatives: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 85%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 70%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 55%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 185 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 9%
- North West: 10%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 40%
- East Midlands: 13%
- West Midlands: 2%
- East of England: 11%
- London: 5%
- South East: 6%
- South West: 4%
- Scotland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 15 students who started, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 85%
- Access course: 10%
- 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): Gold overall, Gold for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Preparing for Learning in Higher Education
- Introduction to Biological Sciences 1
- Introduction to Biological Sciences 2
- Group Challenge (Sciences)
- Foundation in Data Analysis
- Foundation Mathematics A
- Foundation Mathematics 1
- Foundation Maths Skills
- Planet Earth
- Exploring Worlds Around Us
- Marine Biology: An Introduction
- Environmental Problems and Solutions
- Interpreting Environments
- Analytical Techniques for Biochemical and Environmental Monitoring
- Ecology (with optional Dive Training)
- Research Design in Geography, Earth and Environment
- Placement Year (HUBS)
- Introduction to Geographic Information Systems
- Field Study (Physical Geography and Environmental Science)
- Sustainable Futures
- Environmental Change
- Geohazards
- Ecological Monitoring
- Earth Surface Processes
- Principles of Conservation
- Dissertation (Sciences)
- Earth Resources and the Environment
- Environmental Impact Assessment
- Managing the Climate Crisis
- Conservation in a Changing World
- Advanced GIS
- Rivers and their Management
- Teaching Project
- Professional Consultancy Project
- Saving our Seas / Saving our Planet
- Field Studies
- Advanced Geoscience Field Skills
- Geography, Geology and Environment Year Abroad
- Geography, Geology and Environment Placement Year
- Research Skills in Environmental and Life Sciences
- Project Planning and Preparation
- Research Project (MSci)
- Environmental Change in the Anthropocene
- GIS and Remote Sensing
- Renewable Energy Technologies
- Carbon Management and Removal
- Water in the Environment
- Flood Resilience: Living with Water
- Global Conservation
- Ecology for Conservation
- Introduction to Programming
- Flood Adaptation and Mitigation
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Environmental Science at University of Hull earn?
The median salary is £26,000 after 15 months, £23,500 after 3 years, £29,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £23,000 and £34,500. The £29,000 median after five years is £500 less than the UK median for Environmental sciences.
What do graduates of BSc Environmental Science at University of Hull 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 Hull?
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 Hull?
The typical offer is 28 points in the IB. The average entrant had 103 UCAS points.
Is BSc Environmental Science at University of Hull 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 Hull include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has a compulsory year abroad.
How many students continue on BSc Environmental Science at University of Hull?
85% of students continued into their second year, and 15% left higher education.