The Environmental Science with Year Abroad BSc at the University of Leicester equips you to tackle the most critical global environmental challenges. You will explore the intricate interactions between Earth's systems, its living organisms, and societal impacts, drawing on expertise from Geography, Geosciences, and Biological Sciences. This undergraduate degree is ideal for those passionate about understanding and addressing issues like climate change, biodiversity loss, and sustainable resource management. You will develop a robust scientific foundation, integrating knowledge of evolution, ecology, and Earth system science to foster innovative solutions.
This full-time, on-campus BSc is studied over four years, including an immersive year abroad to broaden your global perspective. Your learning journey will involve core modules in Earth system evolution, climate change impacts, and research design, complemented by a wide array of optional modules allowing you to specialise in areas such as catchment systems, conservation biology, or environmental geoscience. You will gain essential field and laboratory techniques, alongside data analysis and geographical information science skills. Upon graduation, you will be prepared for diverse career paths in environmental consultancy, conservation, policy, and research.