Environmental Sciences BSc (Hons)

**Environmental scientists study the natural world and the impact of human activity on it. Their work is crucial for developing sustainable solutions to global challenges such as climate change, pollution and conservation.**<br/><br/>Our Environmental Science BSc(Hons) is aligned to UN Sustainable Development Goals and allows you to follow a theme to suit your career ambition. Choose from environmental management and pollution, ecology and conservation, or Earth systems and processes.<br/><br/>You’ll gain practical skills in the classroom, laboratory and in the field, and be able to put your learning into action on the optional placement year in industry.<br/><br/>**Top reasons to choose this course**<br/><br/><br/>- Professional accreditation from the Institution of Environmental Sciences (IES).<br/><br/><br/>- 98% of our students are positive about the teaching on this course — National Student Survey (NSS) 2024.<br/><br/><br/>- Learn field skills on day trips and residential field trip options in every year of the course.<br/><br/><br/>- Travel and accommodation included in the fees for mandatory residential trips to locations such as Wales and Sicily (go to the fees and costs section for more info).<br/><br/><br/>- Work experience throughout the course including the option of a placement year.<br/><br/><br/>- 100% of our research impact is assessed as outstanding or very considerable in terms of its reach and significance – 2021 REF.<br/><br/><br/>- Making sure that what you learn with us is relevant, up to date and what employers are looking for is our priority, so courses are reviewed and enhanced on an ongoing basis. When you have applied to us, you’ll be told about any new developments through Student View.<br/>

At Brighton, you'll study in a way that prepares you for your future. Essential graduate skills are built into every course, and you can make your CV stand out even more with optional placements and study abroad. Through practical, hands-on learning, you'll graduate confident with the knowledge and skills to make a difference and kick-start your career.<br/><br/>Brighton don't just want you to succeed, but to feel good too! From their flexible admissions process to academic and wellbeing support networks, Brighton will help you have a smooth transition to university. <br/><br/>The University of Brighton is based on the south coast, between the sea and the Sussex countryside. Brighton is one of the most unique cities in the UK and it is bursting with life. Independent and inclusive, students can enjoy shopping, green spaces, sports facilities and brilliant nightlife. The music and arts scene is up-and-coming; with the city being home to galleries and museums, in addition to hosting world-famous music acts. There is also the AMEX stadium, where the Premier League Brighton and Hove Albion FC play their matches. Brighton truly has it all!