Environmental Sustainability Science

Overview and aims of the Programme

Environmental sustainability is one of the biggest challenges and most important targets of the present. We need to take urgent action for our planet and develop strategies to work towards a more sustainable future. On our Environmental Sustainability Science course, you will explore three key areas: clean water, land degradation and climate action. We integrate fieldwork, skills and theory using problem-based learning based on real-world scenarios to help you develop sought-after transferable skills. Working across multiple disciplines, you will learn to critically analyse, discuss and debate environmental sustainability issues and offer practical solutions to complex global problems. We make the most of our location and take regular UK and overseas fieldtrips, the cost is included in the price of the course. You will have the opportunity to conduct your own research project, which will provide valuable skills and knowledge in an area that is interesting and important to you. To support the next steps in your career, you will produce a portfolio demonstrating your progress and achievements. This distinctively focused course explores topical environmental areas based around the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. This ensures our graduates develop highly sought-after skills and knowledge in major attention areas for researchers, governments and non-government organisations.

Distinctive Features of the Programme

Strong employment prospects. Focus on tackling complex global problems and gain sought-after transferrable skills such as critical analysis and problem solving.

Flexible learning experience. ‘Tailor’ your degree in every year of the course to suit your interests through a range of optional modules and research projects.

Problem-based learning. Enables you to integrate theory, skills and fieldwork to explore your own topics guided by research experts.

Hands-on fieldwork. Residential fieldwork in the UK and overseas provides the opportunity to focus your Grand Challenge project.

Supportive staff. Our team are research-active, enthusiastic and keen to make a difference in society by supporting and challenging you to reach your full potential.