BSc (Hons) Earth and Environmental Science

Program Overview

The BSc (Hons) Earth and Environmental Science at the University of Hull equips graduates with the knowledge and skills to address global environmental challenges. By emphasizing sustainability, this program prepares students for careers addressing climate change, resource management, and environmental hazards through hands-on experiences, field trips, and a research-active faculty. Graduates are well-positioned for jobs in environmental consulting, research, and teaching.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The BSc (Hons) Earth and Environmental Science degree at the University of Hull is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to address the challenges facing the planet. The program emphasizes sustainability, with the aim of preparing graduates to contribute to a fairer, sustainable, carbon-neutral future. Students will gain a comprehensive understanding of Earth's systems and processes, including climate change, clean water, geohazards, and green energy. The program includes hands-on learning experiences through field trips and laboratory work, ensuring that graduates are well-prepared for careers in the Earth and Environmental Science industries.

Outline:

Year 1

• Preparing for Learning in Higher Education
• Introduction to Geography
• Foundation Chemistry
• Foundation in Data Analysis
• Group Challenge (Sciences)
• Foundation Maths Skills
• Foundation Mathematics 1
• Foundation Mathematics A

Year 2

• Planet Earth
• Exploring Worlds Around Us
• Rocks, Minerals and Fossils
• Interpreting Environments
• Introduction to Environmental Science
• Earth in 3D

Year 3

• Geoscience Field Skills
• Geographical Information Systems
• Field Study (Environmental Science)
• Global Challenge: Living in the Anthropocene
• Earth Surface Processes
• Geohazards

Year 4

• Earth and Environmental Science Dissertation
• Advanced Field Study
• Sustainable Earth Resources
• Advanced GIS
• Teaching Project
• Adapting to Climate Change
• Environmental Pollution
• Rivers and their Management
• Volcanoes and their Hazards
• Environmental Impact Assessment and Monitoring
• Professional Consultancy Project

Assessment:

The assessment methods used in the program vary depending on the module. Students may be assessed through a combination of examinations, coursework, presentations, and group projects.

Teaching:

The program is taught by a team of experienced academics who are actively engaged in research. Students will benefit from a variety of teaching methods, including lectures, seminars, tutorials, and field trips. The program also emphasizes hands-on learning, with students spending a significant amount of time in the laboratory and in the field.

Careers:

Graduates of the BSc (Hons) Earth and Environmental Science program will be well-prepared for a wide range of careers in the Earth and Environmental Science industries. Potential career paths include:

• Environmental consultant
• Geologist
• Geophysicist
• Hydrologist
• Oceanographer
• Teacher
• Researcher

Other:

• The program includes a year-long placement opportunity, which allows students to gain valuable work experience in the field.
• Students have the opportunity to study abroad for a year, which provides them with a global perspective on Earth and Environmental Science.
• The program is accredited by the Geological Society of London, which is a professional body for geologists.

UK Tuition fee: £9,250 International Tuition fee: £19,500

Additional costs you may have to pay:

• Books (you can borrow books on your reading lists from the library, but you may buy your own)
• Optional field trips
• Study abroad (incl.
travel costs, accommodation, visas, immunization)
• Placement costs (incl.
travel costs and accommodation)
• Student visas (international students)
• Laptop (you’ll have access to laptops and computers on campus, but you may want your own)
• Printing and photocopying
• Professional-body membership
• Graduation (gown hire and photography)
You can take out a tuition fee loan to cover the full cost of your course. One you’ve successfully applied for this, you don’t need to do anything else – the money is sent straight to us. You can also take out a maintenance loan of up to £10,227 a year to cover your living costs, depending on your household income. Remember, you won’t start paying your loans back until you’ve left University and earn more than £25,000 per year.