The BSc Environmental Science With Professional Placement at the University of Exeter is your pathway to understanding and addressing the critical environmental challenges facing our planet. This undergraduate degree is designed for students passionate about the Earth's complex systems, from atmospheric and oceanic processes to the intricate web of life. You will develop a robust scientific grounding in environmental science, exploring key issues like climate change, conservation, and sustainability through a curriculum that balances broad knowledge with opportunities for specialisation. This programme equips you to critically analyse environmental problems and contribute to meaningful solutions.
You will study this programme full-time on campus over four years, gaining practical experience through a compulsory professional placement year designed to enhance your employability. Your learning journey will involve core modules in Earth System Science, Global Issues in Environmental Science, and Research Design and Methods, complemented by a wide array of optional modules allowing you to tailor your studies. Throughout the course, you will engage in fieldwork, laboratory work, and an independent research dissertation in your final year. You will graduate with a comprehensive understanding of environmental science and practical skills ready for careers in environmental consultancy, conservation, policy, or further research.