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We live in an increasingly complex world, socially, economically and environmentally. The growing pressures on the environment present us with many challenges as well as opportunities. The challenge of climate change and achieving the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) call for action by all countries and recognise that the global goal of ending poverty must go hand-in-hand with strategies that build sustainable economies while tackling global climate change, reversing habitat loss and strengthening environmental protection.

Students on the degree in Environmental Science and Climate will develop their knowledge of sustainable development and the challenge of also addressing a range of social needs including education, health and social protection.

The course employs current theoretical and research data across the areas of climate change, environmental science and sustainability to link theory and practice in a constant cycle of improved understanding and action. It also develops graduate competencies in laboratory and fields study skills as well as data analysis, mapping and modelling.

The course introduces the latest approaches to balancing the needs of society and the economy with protection of the environment. In 3rd Year, students complete a semester of work placement which facilitates the adaption of learning from theory to practice, preparation for the placement is facilitated by a Professional Development module in Semester 1 of 3rd year.

Graduates will be equipped with the practical skills to apply environmental science knowledge in a broad range of sectors across the environmental themes of biodiversity, water and climate action. Students will also learn about ecology and conservation of the natural environment as well as how to manage resources like waste and energy in business. Graduates also be equipped with the ‘soft skills’ (e.g. Communication skills) which will be required to ensure that the knowledge can be employed to bring about change within formal organisational settings as well as within society more broadly.

What are the career prospects?

Graduates of the Bachelor programme are qualified for a wide range of roles including Environmental Technicians and Environmental Officers with businesses, public sector bodies and non-governmental organisations (NGOs). The inclusion of a work placement is of particular value to graduates seeking employment.