BSc Environmental Science with Education and optional placement year
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Education and Environmental Science, combining environmental systems study with educational theory. Core topics include Statistics, Research Methods, Fieldwork, Environmental Analysis, and Project Management. The programme is accredited by the Institution of Environmental Sciences (IES). The four-year course includes the option for a year of study abroad or an industrial placement during the third year.
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Entry requirements
A level: BCC Geography, Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Environmental Technology/Science or Life & Health Sciences. These subjects are not required, but they may help with course progression and could be used to decide between applicants who do not fully meet their offer if places are still available.
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What students say
Based on about 16 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 86%
- Learning opportunities: 79%
- Assessment and feedback: 80%
- Academic support: 87%
- Organisation and management: 74%
- Learning resources: 88%
- Student voice: 78%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 30 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- Continued on course: 95%
- Left higher education: 5%
What graduates do next
Based on about 11 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 65%
- Further study: 25%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Conservation and environment professionals: 25%
- Elementary occupations: 15%
- Natural and social science professionals: 15%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 15%
- Administrative occupations: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 80%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 75%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 60%
Who gets in
Based on about 45 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- A levels: 85%
- Other HE qualification: 15%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited by the Institution of Environmental Sciences (IES) for the purpose of eligibility to apply for associate membership.
Modules
- Contemporary Educational Issues
- Facilitating An Effective Learning Environment
- EGM Skills Toolbox
- Environmental Systems
- The Lithosphere
- The Biosphere
- The Hydrosphere
- Industrial Educational Placement
- Research Methods and Field School - Environmental Science
- Preparing for Climate Change
- Learning and Teaching with Technology
- Physical Health and Wellbeing
- Freshwater Systems
- The Atmosphere
- Ecology and Biogeography
- Remote Sensing and Geographical Information Systems
- Inclusive Educational Practices
- Multicultural education and language learning
- Industrial placement - Diploma in Professional Practice (DPP)
- Diploma in Intern'l Academic Stds (learning in a foreign language)
- Diploma in International Academic Studies (Learning in English)
- Geography and Environmental Sciences Dissertation
- Research and Professional Skills
- Environmental Change
- Water Resources Management
- Advanced Remote Sensing and Geographic Information Systems
- Environmental Conservation and Management
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Environmental Science with Education and optional placement year at Ulster University earn?
The median salary is £28,000 after 15 months. After fifteen months the middle half of graduates earn between £23,500 and £31,500. The £28,000 median after fifteen months is £1,000 more than the UK median for Education.
What do graduates of BSc Environmental Science with Education and optional placement year at Ulster University do next?
90% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Environmental Science with Education and optional placement year at Ulster University?
86% 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 with Education and optional placement year at Ulster University?
The typical offer is BCC at A level. The average entrant had 111 UCAS points.
Is BSc Environmental Science with Education and optional placement year at Ulster 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 with Education and optional placement year at Ulster University 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 with Education and optional placement year at Ulster University?
95% of students continued into their second year, and 5% left higher education.