BSc Environment, Economics and Ecology
About this course
BSc (Hons) Environment, Economics and Ecology is a geography degree focused on the complex interactions between human and natural systems, sustainable development, and environmental conservation. Core topics include Research Methods, Fieldwork, and Global & Comparative Perspective. The course is accredited by the Institution of Environmental Sciences and spans three years of full-time study. The first year establishes fundamental concepts through modules such as Economics Principles, Ecological Principles, Environment, Development, and Society, and Introduction to Research Skills. Year 2 advances learning with compulsory studies in Enhancing Biodiversity, Applied Ecological Economics, Engendering Change, and Research Skills and Project Design, alongside optional modules covering topics like Geographical Information Systems and Ecosystem Management and Conservation. The final year centres on a compulsory Research Project, Natural Resource Economics, and Sustainability Clinic, supplemented by optional choices including Energy Transitions and Low Carbon Futures, Pollution: Monitoring, Assessment and Control, and Tackling Britain’s Environmental Challenges (field course).
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Entry requirements
A level: ABB including one of the following subjects: Biology, Business Studies, Chemistry, Economics, Environmental Studies, Geography, Geology, Mathematics, Physics or Psychology IB: 34 points including one of the following subjects: Biology, Business Studies, Chemistry, Economics, Geography, Geology, Mathematics (either Analysis and Approaches or Applications and Interpretations), Physics or Psychology at Higher level. BTEC: DDM We consider a range of BTEC qualifications equivalent to 3 A Levels, or in combination with A Levels or other qualifications. For example: Distinction, Merit in BTEC Level 3 National Diploma plus B at A Level Distinction in BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate plus BB at A level Distinction, Merit in 2 BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificates plus B at A level Your combination of qualifications must meet the essential subject requirements for the course. Contact ug-admissions@york.ac.uk if you require further guidance.
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Real offers for this course
Applicants have posted 1 UCAS decision for BSc Environment, Economics and Ecology (F7M0) at the University of York for 2027 entry so far. The published offer is ABB at A level.
What students say
Based on about 14 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 80%
- Learning opportunities: 83%
- Assessment and feedback: 71%
- Academic support: 93%
- Organisation and management: 85%
- Learning resources: 88%
- Student voice: 88%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 30 students who started
- Continued on course: 85%
- Left higher education: 5%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 10%
What graduates do next
Based on about 11 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 65%
- Further study: 15%
- Unemployed: 20%
Most common jobs
- Natural and social science professionals: 10%
- Administrative occupations: 10%
- Sales occupations: 10%
- Conservation and environment professionals: 10%
- Finance Professionals: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 90%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 80%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 50%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 110 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 4%
- North West: 16%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 21%
- East Midlands: 10%
- West Midlands: 6%
- East of England: 7%
- London: 19%
- South East: 8%
- South West: 3%
- Wales: 1%
- Scotland: 2%
- Northern Ireland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 30 students who started
- A levels: 95%
- Other qualifications: 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): Gold overall, Gold for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Economics Principles
- Ecological Principles
- Environment, Development, and Society
- Introduction to Global Challenges
- Introduction to Research Skills
- Economics of Sustainable Development
- Enhancing Biodiversity
- Applied Ecological Economics
- Engendering Change
- Research Skills and Project Design
- Megacities and Urbanisation
- Ecosystem Management and Conservation
- Food, Space, Culture and Society
- Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation
- Geographical Information Systems
- Solving Environmental Problems with Code
- Research Project
- Natural Resource Economics
- Sustainability Clinic
- Energy Transitions and Low Carbon Futures
- Atmosphere and Ocean Science
- Biodiversity and Society
- Pollution: Monitoring, Assessment and Control
- Land Use Change and Management: A Global Perspective
- Tackling Britain’s Environmental Challenges (field course)
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Environment, Economics and Ecology at University of York earn?
The median salary is £30,000 after 15 months, £26,000 after 3 years, £34,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £25,500 and £45,500. The £34,000 median after five years is £500 less than the UK median for Human geography.
What do graduates of BSc Environment, Economics and Ecology at University of York do next?
80% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Environment, Economics and Ecology at University of York?
80% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Environment, Economics and Ecology at University of York?
The typical offer is ABB at A level, or 34 points in the IB. The average entrant had 138 UCAS points.
Is BSc Environment, Economics and Ecology at University of York accredited?
Yes. Accredited by the Institution of Environmental Sciences (IES) for the purpose of eligibility to apply for associate membership.
Does BSc Environment, Economics and Ecology at University of York 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 Environment, Economics and Ecology at University of York?
85% of students continued into their second year, and 5% left higher education.