BSc Environmental Science
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Environmental Science, combining physical and human geography with Earth, ocean and ecological sciences. The programme addresses pressing societal challenges, preparing graduates to manage and sustain the environment amid accelerating climate change.
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Entry requirements
A level: ABB IB: 32 points overall with no score less than 4 and including 5 in one HL science subject, or pass the IB Diploma plus 6,5,5 in three HL subjects including one HL science subject. BTEC: BTEC National Extended Diploma: D*DD in a relevant diploma such as Applied Science (Forensic Science is not accepted) BTEC National Diploma: DD plus grade B in one A level (to include an acceptable science subject) BTEC National Extended Certificate: Distinction plus BB in two A levels (to include an acceptable science subject)
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Admissions (2022 entry, home applicants)
Offer rate 92%: 134 offers from 146 applications, from the university's Freedom of Information return.
What students say
Based on about 27 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 89%
- Learning opportunities: 87%
- Assessment and feedback: 82%
- Academic support: 91%
- Organisation and management: 84%
- Learning resources: 96%
- Student voice: 87%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 50 students who started
- Continued on course: 100%
What graduates do next
Based on about 8 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 75%
- Unemployed: 10%
Most common jobs
- Engineering professionals: 30%
- Conservation and environment professionals: 20%
- Secretarial and related occupations: 10%
- Sales occupations: 10%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 90%
- 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 15 graduates, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- North West: 25%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 5%
- East Midlands: 5%
- East of England: 5%
- London: 5%
- South East: 30%
- South West: 5%
- Wales: 10%
- Scotland: 5%
Who gets in
Based on about 40 students who started
- A levels: 85%
- A degree: 5%
- Other HE qualification: 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, Silver for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Environmental Science at University of Liverpool earn?
The median salary is £26,000 after 15 months, £25,000 after 3 years, £29,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £27,500 and £37,000. 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 Liverpool do next?
75% 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 Liverpool?
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 at University of Liverpool?
The typical offer is ABB at A level, or 32 points in the IB. The average entrant had 135 UCAS points.
What is the offer rate for BSc Environmental Science at University of Liverpool?
92% of home applicants received an offer for 2022 entry: 134 offers from 146 applications, according to the university's Freedom of Information return.
Is BSc Environmental Science at University of Liverpool 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 Liverpool 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 at University of Liverpool?
100% of students continued into their second year, and 0% left higher education.