Environmental Management

University of Salford

United Kingdom, Salford

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University of Salford

United Kingdom , Salford

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

Course ID F904

Campuses

Main Site

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesSeptember-2026

Apply to this program

Go to the official application for the university

Duration 3 year(s)

Tuition Fee

GBP 18,120 / years

Next Intake September-2026

Environmental Management

About

Introduction

In a nutshell

Learn how to manage environmental challenges in the world around you. Environmental Management degrees at Salford are designed to open up career opportunities in sustainable, natural resource management, development and planning, where you can help organisations reduce their environmental impact, help to reduce the impact of climate change and make a difference.

Fieldwork is a key element of the programme and field trips are aligned with our specialist modules, allowing you to gain skills and practical experience. You may go on day trips to the Peak District and Yorkshire Dales, as well as residential field courses in Denmark or the European Alps. Most trips are free, with students only needing to pay a modest administration fee.

Small group teaching is a beneficial feature of this course and there are strong links between course content and staff research interests. You will get all the support you need from friendly and accessible academic staff and regular tutorials with your personal tutor. Our small group classes and field trip opportunities will help you will quickly get to know your course mates.

Start your study journey

Register for our next Open Day to learn more about studying environmental management, explore our facilities and meet the course team

You will:

Learn how to apply techniques for assessing and managing the environmental effects of public and private sector organisations
Develop personal, professional and research skills and enhance employability through participation in consultancy-based project work
Gain practical experience through field trips and placement opportunities

Placement

options available

International

students accepted

Explore live sustainability research projects on our campus

Geography Field Trip - student taking a photo

Peel Park campus - green roof

Geography talk

Geography Field Trip - greenhouse

Environment students

Experience group field trips in the UK and overseas

This is for you if...

You want to understand the relationship between science and the environment

You are interested in sustainable development and planning

You want to improve the environmental performance of organisations

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Requirements

How to get accepted on the environmental management degree

APPLICANT PROFILE

We welcome applications from students who are passionate about the environment, and are concerned about sustainability, climate change and related environmental issues.

ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS

If you are an international student and not from a majority English speaking country, you will need an IELTS score of 6.0 with no element below 5.5. We also accept a range of other English language qualifications. If you do not have the English language requirements, you could take the Pre-Sessional English course, or the International Foundation Year to gain entry onto this degree.

Standard entry requirements

GCSE

English language and mathematics at or above grade C or 4. Equivalents are accepted.

You must fulfil our GCSE entry requirements as well as one of the requirements listed below.

UCAS tariff points

104 - 112 points

A level

104 - 112 UCAS points

BTEC National Diploma

DMM

BTEC Higher National Diploma

Possible entry to year three

T level

T level is accepted. You will need 120 UCAS points from any subject.

Foundation Degree

Possible entry to year three

Scottish Highers

104 - 112 UCAS points from Higher Level

Irish Leaving Certificate

104 - 112 UCAS points from Higher Level

European Baccalaureate

Pass in Diploma of at least 60% including at least one science subject

International Baccalaureate

30 points

Access to HE

104 - 112 points from QAA approved course

International Students

We accept qualifications from all around the world. Find your country to see a full list of entry requirements. If you do not meet the entry requirements, you could take the International Foundation Year to gain entry onto this degree.

Alternative entry requirements

Salford Alternative Entry Scheme (SAES)

We welcome applications from students who may not meet the stated entry criteria but who can demonstrate their ability to pursue the course successfully. Once we have received your application we will assess it and recommend it for SAES if you are an eligible candidate.

There are two different routes through the Salford Alternative Entry Scheme and applicants will be directed to the one appropriate for their course. Assessment will either be through a review of prior learning or through a formal test.

The cost of studying environmental management

Your tuition fees are regulated by the UK government who has proposed changes to tuition fees for UK students studying in England from 1 August 2025. The fee stated reflects this proposed change, but remains subject to parliamentary approval. Your tuition fees may increase in your first and each subsequent year of your programme to the maximum amount permitted by UK law or regulation for that academic year.

Type of study	Year	Fees
Full-time home	2025/26	£9,535.00per year
Full-time international	2025/26	£17,650.00per year
Part-time	2025/26	part time fees will be calculated on a pro rata basis

Additional costs

All field trips are funded by the school but you may need to consider additional costs such as food and spending money.

International field trips that are part of core modules are also funded by the school but you will need to pay towards international field trips that are part of optional modules (although these are subsidised by the school) and you will be made aware of these costs before selecting the module.

You should also consider further costs which may include books, stationery, printing, binding and general subsistence on trips and visits.

Scholarships for International Students

If you are a high-achieving international student, you may be eligible for one of our scholarships. Explore our international scholarships.

English Program Requirements

Equivalent qualifications

English language requirements are shown on individual course pages. Generally, this is shown as an IELTS grade, however we accept a range of equivalent qualifications.

As a general guide:

For undergraduate courses we require IELTS 6.0 (with a minimum 5.5 in each component) or equivalent

For postgraduate courses, we require IELTS 6.0 (with a minimum 5.5 in each component) or equivalent

For the International Foundation Year, we require IELTS 4.5 (with a minimum 4.0 in each component) in UKVI IELTS for UKVI (Academic)

The approved equivalent qualifications list includes the following:

Secure English Language Tests (SELTs)

University of Salford English language courses

Regional-based qualifications

Majority English Speaking Countries as deemed by UKVI

Medium of English Institutions

Applicants who require a Student Route visa to study in the UK may require evidence of a Secure English Language test rather than an examination or qualification due to visa requirements, as deemed by the UK Government Home Office, Visa and Immigration (UKVI).

Career

Employment and stats

After your environmental management degree

EMPLOYMENT

There is growing demand for professionals with a BSc (Hons) Environmental Management degree. A wide range of organisations need skilled professional to help them to comply with legislation and conform to standards. Many environment-focused not-for-profit organisations are also increasing the range of roles to help tackle the impact of climate change.

Environmental consultancies, local authorities, utility companies (such as water, electricity and gas), and organisations within the voluntary sector are all concerned with the protection of the environment. Such organisations employ professionals to set up and manage their environmental management systems in order to comply with legislation and to conform to national and international standards.

FURTHER STUDY

You might find you want to learn more about the environment through further study. Building on our subject expertise, we offer a range of focused postgraduate courses where you can gain specialist knowledge. Salford graduates and alumni also receive a generous fees discount. 

MSc Environmental Assessment and Management

MSc Health and Global Environment

MSc Safety, Health and Environment

MSc Sustainability