BSc (Hons) Environmental Science (with a placement year)

    BSc (Hons) Environmental Science (with a placement year) at University of York

    BSc (Hons) Environmental Science (with a placement year) at University of York

    International students can study the BSc (Hons) Environmental Science (with a placement year) at University of York at its main campus in York, United Kingdom. This Bachelor degree is available as a Full Time program delivered on campus in English. The program has a duration of 4 years and is offered at the university's main campus. Tuition fees are USD 43,495 / year(s), and students can apply for the next intake starting on September 1, 2026.

    About BSc (Hons) Environmental Science (with a placement year)

    Learn how the earth operates and reacts to human actions.

    You'll study the broader social, political and economic aspects of managing the environment. This will help you to manage the environment for long-term sustainability. You'll gain expertise to tackle environmental issues. These include climate change, air pollution, and shifts in energy usage.

    Accreditation

    Accredited by the Institution of Environmental Sciences.

    Requirements and Admission Criteria for BSc (Hons) Environmental Science (with a placement year) at University of York

    Entry Requirements

    A levels ABB including two of the following science subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Geography, Geology, Environmental Studies, Mathematics, Physics, Psychology or Life and Health Sciences

    Access to Higher Education Diploma 30 credits at Distinction and 15 credits at Merit or higher including Science-related units.

    BTEC National Extended Diploma DDM. Please contact us at [email protected] for details on whether your BTEC will be considered for entry.

    Cambridge Pre-U D3, M2, M2 including two of the following science subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Geography, Geology, Environmental Studies, Mathematics, Physics, Psychology or Life and Health Sciences

    European Baccalaureate 75% overall including two of the following science subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Geography, Geology, Environmental Studies, Mathematics, Physics, Psychology or Life and Health Sciences

    International Baccalaureate 34 points including two of the following science subjects at Higher Level: Biology, Chemistry, Geography, Geology, Mathematics (either Analysis and Approaches or Applications and Interpretations), Physics, Psychology or Life and Health Sciences

    T levels We will consider a range of T Level qualifications for entry. Please visit our dedicated T Levels page for a full list of accepted T Levels.

    Scottish Highers / Advanced Highers Advanced Highers - BB in two of the following Science subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Studies, Geography, Geology, Life and Health Sciences, Mathematics, Physics or Psychology plus Scottish Highers - BC We may also be able to consider three Advanced Highers or a combination of Highers and Advanced Highers, where an applicant does not meet the grade requirement through Highers alone. Please contact us to discuss your qualifications.

    International foundation programme Foundation Certificate from our International Pathway College or an appropriate alternative.

    Other international qualifications Equivalent qualifications from your country

    Widening participation If you successfully complete one of the following programmes, you may be eligible for an alternative offer up to two A level grades (or equivalent) below our typical offer: Black Access Programme, Next Step York, Realising Opportunities. More about widening participation.

    Contextual offer BBB including two of the following science subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Geography, Geology, Environmental Studies, Mathematics, Physics, Psychology or Life and Health Sciences

    EPQ If you achieve C or higher at EPQ, you may be eligible for an alternative offer up to one A level grade (or equivalent) below our typical offer.

    Core Maths If you achieve B or higher in Core Maths, you may be eligible for an alternative offer up to one A level grade (or equivalent) below our typical offer.

    IELTS (Academic) 6.5, with a minimum of 6.0 in each component

    Cambridge CEFR 176, with a minimum of 169 in each component

    Oxford ELLT 7, with a minimum of 6 in each component

    Oxford Test of English Advanced 136, with a minimum of 126 in each component

    Duolingo Integrated subscores: 120 overall, with a minimum of 105 in each component

    GCSE/IGCSE/O level English Language (as a first or second language) Grade C / Grade 4

    LanguageCert SELT B2 with a minimum score of 33/50 in each component

    LanguageCert Academic B2 Communicator with a minimum score of 33/50 in each component

    Kaplan Test of English Language 478 Main Flight score with 444 in each component

    Skills for English B2: Merit overall, with Pass with Merit in each component

    PTE Academic 61, with a minimum of 55 in each component

    TOEFL 87 overall, with a minimum of 21 in each component

    Trinity ISE III Merit in all components

    Other English language qualifications We also accept other English Language qualifications, including various school-leaving certificates.

    English Requirements

    • PTEMin 60
    • IELTSMin 6.5
    • TOEFLMin 83

    English Program Requirements

    IELTS (Academic) 6.5, with a minimum of 6.0 in each component

    Cambridge CEFR 176, with a minimum of 169 in each component

    Oxford ELLT 7, with a minimum of 6 in each component

    Oxford Test of English Advanced 136, with a minimum of 126 in each component

    Duolingo Integrated subscores: 120 overall, with a minimum of 105 in each component

    GCSE/IGCSE/O level English Language (as a first or second language) Grade C / Grade 4

    LanguageCert SELT B2 with a minimum score of 33/50 in each component

    LanguageCert Academic B2 Communicator with a minimum score of 33/50 in each component

    Kaplan Test of English Language 478 Main Flight score with 444 in each component

    Skills for English B2: Merit overall, with Pass with Merit in each component

    PTE Academic 61, with a minimum of 55 in each component

    TOEFL 87 overall, with a minimum of 21 in each component

    Trinity ISE III Merit in all components

    Other English language qualifications We also accept other English Language qualifications, including various school-leaving certificates.

    Career Opportunities after Completing BSc (Hons) Environmental Science (with a placement year)

    Career opportunities

    • Environmental conservationist
    • Graduate policy analyst
    • Flood risk officer
    • Graduate environmental consultant
    • Environmental engineer
    • Oil and gas analyst

    Example employers

    • Network Rail
    • Environment Agency
    • Anglian Water
    • Atkins
    • Department for International Development
    • WSP│Parsons Brinckerhoff Consultancy
    • Defra

    Transferable skills

    • Project management
    • Feasibility studies
    • Data analysis
    • Research skills
    • Time management

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    43,495 / year(s)
    BSc (Hons) Environmental Science (with a placement year) at University of York
    University of York
    University of York
    United Kingdom

    United Kingdom, York

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