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Develop the advanced knowledge and skills needed to tackle present and future environmental issues. On our innovative and rewarding 4-year master's in Environmental Science you'll have more options for fieldwork and will produce an advanced research project. You'll also take a work placement with professional environmental practitioners.
The Environmental Science master's degree provides an interdisciplinary approach to solving our environmental challenges. It combines subjects, such as geography, ecology, law and oceanography and consists of theory with practical and project work.
At the start of the course, you'll choose one of 4 specialist pathways. This will give you control over your degree and career route. You can change your pathway at the end of the first year.
You can choose to specialise in:
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Aquatic Environments and Resources
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Environmental Change
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Biodiversity and Conservation
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Sustainable Environmental Management
Our wide range of fieldwork will give you the skills to collect and analyse data. Previous field trips have used drones for remote sensing and studied salt marsh vegetation.
As part of this course you can:
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use computer-based geographical information systems
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use specialist facilities including a purpose-built teaching lab and remote sensing equipment
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learn to apply quantitative analysis and field research techniques
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undertake advanced research projects
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boost your skills and employability with a work-based learning module
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join our award-winning Enactus society
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choose to spend a year in employment
Accreditations
Course location
This course is based at Highfield.
Awarding body
This qualification is awarded by the University of Southampton.
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Changes due to COVID-19
Although the COVID-19 situation is improving, any future restrictions could mean we might have to change the way parts of our teaching and learning take place in 2022 to 2023. This means that some of the information on this course page may be subject to change.
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Entry requirements
For Academic year 202324
A-levels
AAB including one acceptable science subject
A-levels additional information
Offers typically exclude General Studies and Critical Thinking. An acceptable science is Geography , Biology , Chemistry , Physics , Mathematics , Psychology , Geology , Environmental Science (but not Environmental Studies)
A-levels with Extended Project Qualification
If you are taking an EPQ in addition to 3 A levels, you will receive the following offer in addition to the standard A level offer: ABB including one acceptable science subject and grade A in the EPQ
A-levels contextual offer
We are committed to ensuring that all applicants with the potential to succeed, regardless of their background, are encouraged to apply to study with us. The additional information gained through contextual data allows us to recognise an applicant's potential to succeed in the context of their background and experience. Applicants who are highlighted in this way will be made an offer which is lower than the typical offer for that programme, as follows: ABB including one acceptable science subject
International Baccalaureate Diploma
Pass, with minimum 34 points overall with 17 points at Higher Level to include one acceptable science subject at Higher Level scoring a minimum of 5
International Baccalaureate Diploma additional information
An acceptable science is Geography , Biology , Chemistry , Physics , Mathematics , Psychology , Geology , Environmental Science (but not Environmental Studies)
International Baccalaureate contextual offer
We are committed to ensuring that all learners with the potential to succeed, regardless of their background, are encouraged to apply to study with us. The additional information gained through contextual data allows us to recognise a learner’s potential to succeed in the context of their background and experience. Applicants who are highlighted in this way will be made an offer which is lower than the typical offer for that programme.
International Baccalaureate Career Programme (IBCP) statement
Offers will be made on the individual Diploma Course subject(s) and the career-related study qualification. The CP core will not form part of the offer. Where there is a subject pre-requisite(s), applicants will be required to study the subject(s) at Higher Level in the Diploma course subject and/or take a specified unit in the career-related study qualification. Applicants may also be asked to achieve a specific grade in those elements. Please see the University of Southampton International Baccalaureate Career-Related Programme (IBCP) Statement for further information. Applicants are advised to contact their Faculty Admissions Office for more information.
BTEC
D in BTEC National Extended Certificate plus grades A A from two 'A' levels to include one acceptable science subject DD in BTEC National Diploma plus grade A from one acceptable science A-Level subject,
RQF BTEC
We are committed to ensuring that all learners with the potential to succeed, regardless of their background, are encouraged to apply to study with us. The additional information gained through contextual data allows us to recognise a learner’s potential to succeed in the context of their background and experience. Applicants who are highlighted in this way will be made an offer which is lower than the typical offer for that programme.
Additional information
BTEC qualifications must be accompanied by one acceptable science 'A' level. An acceptable science is Geography , Biology , Chemistry , Physics , Mathematics , Psychology , Geology , Environmental Science (but not Environmental Studies)
QCF BTEC
D in the BTEC Subsidiary Diploma plus AA from two A-levels to include one acceptable science subject
We are committed to ensuring that all learners with the potential to succeed, regardless of their background, are encouraged to apply to study with us. The additional information gained through contextual data allows us to recognise a learner’s potential to succeed in the context of their background and experience. Applicants who are highlighted in this way will be made an offer which is lower than the typical offer for that programme.
Access to HE Diploma
considered on a case by case basis
Access to HE additional information
Acceptable science qualifications are also required. An acceptable science is Geography , Biology , Chemistry , Physics , Mathematics , Psychology , Geology , Environmental Science (but not Environmental Studies)
Irish Leaving Certificate
Irish Leaving Certificate (first awarded 2017)
H1 H2 H2 H2 H2 H2 to include one acceptable science subject
Irish Leaving Certificate (first awarded 2016)
AAAABB to include one acceptable science subject
Irish certificate additional information
An acceptable science is Geography , Biology , Chemistry , Physics , Mathematics , Psychology , Geology , Environmental Science (but not Environmental Studies)
Scottish Qualification
Offers will be based on exams being taken at the end of S6. Subjects taken and qualifications achieved in S5 will be reviewed. Careful consideration will be given to an individual’s academic achievement, taking in to account the context and circumstances of their pre-university education.
Please see the University of Southampton’s Curriculum for Excellence Scotland Statement (PDF) for further information. Applicants are advised to contact their Faculty Admissions Office for more information.
Cambridge Pre-U
D3 D3 M2 in three Principal subjects including one acceptable science subject
Cambridge Pre-U additional information
Cambridge Pre-U's can be used in combination with other qualifications such as A Levels to achieve the equivalent of the typical offer where grade D3 can be used in lieu of grade A or M2 can be used in lieu of grade B. An acceptable science is Geography , Biology , Chemistry , Physics , Mathematics , Psychology , Geology , Environmental Science (but not Environmental Studies)
Welsh Baccalaureate
AAB from 3 A levels including one acceptable science subject or AA from two A levels including one acceptable science subject and B from the Advanced Welsh Baccalaureate Skills Challenge Certificate
Welsh Baccalaureate additional information
An acceptable science is Geography , Biology , Chemistry , Physics , Mathematics , Psychology , Geology , Environmental Science (but not Environmental Studies)
Welsh Baccalaureate contextual offer
We are committed to ensuring that all learners with the potential to succeed, regardless of their background, are encouraged to apply to study with us. The additional information gained through contextual data allows us to recognise a learner’s potential to succeed in the context of their background and experience. Applicants who are highlighted in this way will be made an offer which is lower than the typical offer for that programme.
Other requirements
GCSE requirements
Applicants must hold GCSE English language (or GCSE English) (minimum grade 4/C) and mathematics (minimum grade 4/C)
Find the equivalent international qualifications for our entry requirements.
English language requirements
If English isn't your first language, you'll need to complete an International English Language Testing System (IELTS) to demonstrate your competence in English. You'll need all of the following scores as a minimum:
IELTS score requirements
- overall score
- 6.5
- reading
- 6.0
- writing
- 6.0
- speaking
- 6.0
- listening
- 6.0
We accept other English language tests. Find out which English language tests we accept.
You might meet our criteria in other ways if you do not have the qualifications we need. Find out more about:
- our Access to Southampton scheme for students living permanently in the UK (including residential summer school, application support and scholarship)
- skills you might have gained through work or other life experiences (otherwise known as recognition of prior learning)
Find out more about our Admissions Policy.
Science Foundation Year
The Science Foundation Year will give you the skills and knowledge to progress to this course if you don't have the right qualifications for direct entry.
It could be the right option if you:
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are studying for A levels in subjects other than those we normally ask for
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are a mature applicant with skills and experience from employment and can show recent study
-
you come from a part of the world where the education system is different from the British A level system
Find full details on our Science Foundation Year page.
For Academic year 202425
A-levels
AAB including one acceptable science subject
A-levels additional information
Offers typically exclude General Studies and Critical Thinking. An acceptable science is Geography , Biology , Chemistry , Physics , Mathematics , Psychology , Geology , Environmental Science (but not Environmental Studies)
A-levels with Extended Project Qualification
If you are taking an EPQ in addition to 3 A levels, you will receive the following offer in addition to the standard A level offer: ABB including one acceptable science subject and grade A in the EPQ
A-levels contextual offer
We are committed to ensuring that all applicants with the potential to succeed, regardless of their background, are encouraged to apply to study with us. The additional information gained through contextual data allows us to recognise an applicant's potential to succeed in the context of their background and experience. Applicants who are highlighted in this way will be made an offer which is lower than the typical offer for that programme.
International Baccalaureate Diploma
Pass, with minimum 34 points overall with 17 points at Higher Level to include one acceptable science subject at Higher Level scoring a minimum of 5
International Baccalaureate Diploma additional information
An acceptable science is Geography, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Psychology, Geology, Environmental Science (but not Environmental Studies)
International Baccalaureate contextual offer
We are committed to ensuring that all learners with the potential to succeed, regardless of their background, are encouraged to apply to study with us. The additional information gained through contextual data allows us to recognise a learner’s potential to succeed in the context of their background and experience. Applicants who are highlighted in this way will be made an offer which is lower than the typical offer for that programme.
International Baccalaureate Career Programme (IBCP) statement
Offers will be made on the individual Diploma Course subject(s) and the career-related study qualification. The CP core will not form part of the offer. Where there is a subject pre-requisite(s), applicants will be required to study the subject(s) at Higher Level in the Diploma course subject and/or take a specified unit in the career-related study qualification. Applicants may also be asked to achieve a specific grade in those elements. Please see the University of Southampton International Baccalaureate Career-Related Programme (IBCP) Statement for further information. Applicants are advised to contact their Faculty Admissions Office for more information.
BTEC
D in BTEC National Extended Certificate plus grades A A from two 'A' levels to include one acceptable science subject DD in BTEC National Diploma plus grade A from one acceptable science A-Level subject,
RQF BTEC
We are committed to ensuring that all learners with the potential to succeed, regardless of their background, are encouraged to apply to study with us. The additional information gained through contextual data allows us to recognise a learner’s potential to succeed in the context of their background and experience. Applicants who are highlighted in this way will be made an offer which is lower than the typical offer for that programme.
Additional information
BTEC qualifications must be accompanied by one acceptable science 'A' level. An acceptable science is Geography , Biology , Chemistry , Physics , Mathematics , Psychology , Geology , Environmental Science (but not Environmental Studies)
QCF BTEC
D in the BTEC Subsidiary Diploma plus AA from two A-levels to include one acceptable science subject
We are committed to ensuring that all learners with the potential to succeed, regardless of their background, are encouraged to apply to study with us. The additional information gained through contextual data allows us to recognise a learner’s potential to succeed in the context of their background and experience. Applicants who are highlighted in this way will be made an offer which is lower than the typical offer for that programme.
Access to HE Diploma
considered on a case by case basis
Access to HE additional information
Acceptable science qualifications are also required. An acceptable science is Geography , Biology , Chemistry , Physics , Mathematics , Psychology , Geology , Environmental Science (but not Environmental Studies)
Irish Leaving Certificate
Irish Leaving Certificate (first awarded 2017)
H1 H2 H2 H2 H2 H2 to include one acceptable science subject
Irish Leaving Certificate (first awarded 2016)
AAAABB to include one acceptable science subject
Irish certificate additional information
An acceptable science is Geography , Biology , Chemistry , Physics , Mathematics , Psychology , Geology , Environmental Science (but not Environmental Studies)
Scottish Qualification
Offers will be based on exams being taken at the end of S6. Subjects taken and qualifications achieved in S5 will be reviewed. Careful consideration will be given to an individual’s academic achievement, taking in to account the context and circumstances of their pre-university education.
Please see the University of Southampton’s Curriculum for Excellence Scotland Statement (PDF) for further information. Applicants are advised to contact their Faculty Admissions Office for more information.
Cambridge Pre-U
D3 D3 M2 in three Principal subjects including one acceptable science subject
Cambridge Pre-U additional information
Cambridge Pre-U's can be used in combination with other qualifications such as A Levels to achieve the equivalent of the typical offer where grade D3 can be used in lieu of grade A or M2 can be used in lieu of grade B. An acceptable science is Geography , Biology , Chemistry , Physics , Mathematics , Psychology , Geology , Environmental Science (but not Environmental Studies)
Welsh Baccalaureate
AAB from 3 A levels including one acceptable science subject or AA from two A levels including one acceptable science subject and B from the Advanced Welsh Baccalaureate Skills Challenge Certificate
Welsh Baccalaureate additional information
An acceptable science is Geography, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Psychology, Geology, Environmental Science (but not Environmental Studies)
Welsh Baccalaureate contextual offer
We are committed to ensuring that all learners with the potential to succeed, regardless of their background, are encouraged to apply to study with us. The additional information gained through contextual data allows us to recognise a learner’s potential to succeed in the context of their background and experience. Applicants who are highlighted in this way will be made an offer which is lower than the typical offer for that programme.
Other requirements
GCSE requirements
Applicants must hold GCSE English language (or GCSE English) and Mathematics at minimum grade 4/C.
Find the equivalent international qualifications for our entry requirements.
English language requirements
If English isn't your first language, you'll need to complete an International English Language Testing System (IELTS) to demonstrate your competence in English. You'll need all of the following scores as a minimum:
IELTS score requirements
- overall score
- 6.5
- reading
- 6.0
- writing
- 6.0
- speaking
- 6.0
- listening
- 6.0
We accept other English language tests. Find out which English language tests we accept.
You might meet our criteria in other ways if you do not have the qualifications we need. Find out more about:
- our Access to Southampton scheme for students living permanently in the UK (including residential summer school, application support and scholarship)
- skills you might have gained through work or other life experiences (otherwise known as recognition of prior learning)
Find out more about our Admissions Policy.
Science Foundation Year
The Science Foundation Year will give you the skills and knowledge to progress to this course if you don't have the right qualifications for direct entry.
It could be the right option if you:
-
are studying for A levels in subjects other than those we normally ask for
-
are a mature applicant with skills and experience from employment and can show recent study
-
you come from a part of the world where the education system is different from the British A level system
Find full details on our Science Foundation Year page.
Got a question?
Please contact our enquiries team if you're not sure that you have the right experience or qualifications to get onto this course.
Email: enquiries@southampton.ac.uk
Tel: +44(0)23 8059 5000
Course structure
You'll take both core modules in environmental science and specialist modules related to your chosen pathway.
Your specialist pathways options are:
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Aquatic Environments and Resources - exploring how humans, water and aquatic ecosystems interact
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Environmental Change - studying past and present environmental change, both locally and globally
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Biodiversity and Conservation - focus on the diversity of living organisms and their relationship with the environment
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Sustainable Environmental Management - discover the scientific principles, theories and methods used to resolve environmental problems in sustainable ways
In your third and fourth years, you'll specialise with more optional modules, a work placement and research projects.
Year 1 overview
All students will take compulsory modules and learn about:
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the principles of environmental science
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ecology and conservation
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quantitative research methods
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practical skills needed for fieldwork
Your remaining modules will depend on your chosen pathway. They include:
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marine ecology and evolution
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dynamic landscapes
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earth systems
You'll also take a residential trip to boost your knowledge and critical skills, and help you bond with other students.
You can choose to change your specialism pathway at the end of the first year.
Year 2 overview
All students will take core modules and study:
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pollution
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how to assess environmental impact
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geographic information systems (GIS)
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literature review and research skills
For your specialist pathway module, you'll look at one of these topics:
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population ecology
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freshwater ecosystems
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impact of global climate change
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geohazards and earth resources
You'll choose your remaining modules from a wide range of options.
You'll take a UK-based residential field course to develop your research skills while avoiding the high carbon emissions associated with flying.
Year 3 overview
You'll complete a research project, with support from a supervisor in your chosen area. Previous projects have included:
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Ecosystem services from coastal defence projects.
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The effect of multiple microplastic types on plants and soils.
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Evaluating best practice for reptile translocation programmes in the UK.
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Autogeddon or urban heaven: environmental and social effects of the automotive industry from launch to present.
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Green walls and urban biodiversity: Collins, R (MEnvSci student), Schaafsma, M and and Hudson, M. - The value of green walls to urban biodiversity, 2017, Land Use Policy , 64 , 114—123.
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An investigation into the application of spent coffee grounds using waste-to-energy methodology: Mayson, S. (MEnvSci student) and Williams, I.D. (2021) - Applying a circular economy approach to valorize spent coffee grounds, 2021, Resources Conservation & Recycling, 172, 105659.
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Consumer behaviours on the release of home entertainment waste electrical and electronic equipment into the circular economy: Wilkinson, A.Y. (MEnvSci student) and Williams, I.D - Why do (W)EEE hoard? The effect of consumer behaviour on the release of home entertainment products into the circular economy, 2020, Detritus, 12, 18-33.
You'll study environmental law and management, and learn advanced quantitative methods.
You'll also choose modules from a wide range of options, with topics like:
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marine fisheries
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human-caused global change
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glaciers and glaciation
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sustainability as a profession
Year 4 overview
You'll also complete a work placement of at least 4 weeks, where you'll work with professional environmental practitioners. Recent placements have included NGOs such as WWF, and businesses such as Ramboll.
The experience will show you how to apply the theory you've learnt in your first 3 years. The timing of the placement is flexible.
You'll complete an advanced research project, and receive training in how to design, implement and report a substantial piece of research.
This will give you transferable skills in:
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experimental design and development
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laboratory and fieldwork
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data analysis and interpretation
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technical writing and reporting
You'll also choose advanced optional modules to develop your knowledge in your specialist area.
Want more detail? See all the modules in the course.
Modules
For entry in Academic Year 2022-23
Year 1 modules
You must study the following modules in year 1:
Dangerous World
The module will explore risk, hazard, exposure, vulnerability, resilience, and sustainability, all in the context of climate change: how these concepts relate to the Earth's physical and ecological systems, and to cultural and socio-economic structures of...
Earth and Ocean System
An introduction to the fundamental processes which determine the environment of the Earth and the general functioning of the Earth as a system.
Ecology and Conservation
This module introduces students to the main branches of ecology by considering the various levels at which the subject may be studied: individuals, populations, communities and ecosystems. The aim of the practical sessions is to demonstrate how profession...
Environmental Field Techniques and Applications
This module is designed to provide you with hands-on experience of a wide range of contemporary environmental issues and techniques, and an understanding of how we make use of the scientific method to understand the challenges facing the world. The module...
Environmental Science: Concepts and Communication
This module focuses on environmental issues across a range of themes and provides a focal point for the first year of the undergraduate Environmental Science programmes, in terms of knowledge and understanding, and study skills. The module considers knowl...
Environmental Science: Research and Applications
Environmental Scientists need to be able to collect and analyse data relating to a wide range of disciplines, and to be able to interpret this data in relation to “real world” applications. This module introduces you to science in context, with the conten...
Quantitative Methods
You will be introduced to a number of key statistical concepts and data presentation formats. Beginning with exposure to a variety of data types defining the nature and properties of data you are likely to encounter. Emphasis is placed on distinguishing b...
The Earth System
The module will look at the challenges posed to human societies living on a dynamic planet and how these societies adapt (or not) to a range of environmental and socio-economic hazards. Pre-requisite for GEOG2006 One of the pre-requisites for GEOG...
Year 2 modules
You must study the following modules in year 2:
Environmental Impact Assessment
This module examines the process of assessing the potential impacts of major developments on the environment- known worldwide as Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA). The module has two major themes. In the first part of the module emphasis is placed on...
Introductory Geographic Information Systems
The module will introduce the basic concepts and techniques underpinning geographic information systems.
Researching the Environment
This module prepares you for your dissertation project in year 3. The first part of the module requires you to conduct a literature review in a topic underpinning your individual project. You will work with your dissertation supervisor to define the s...
Water Pollution
An understanding of the physical, chemical and biological processes involved during contamination of air, water and soil is essential if society is going to effectively monitor and control the effects of pollution using modern technology and engineering p...
You must also choose from the following modules in year 2:
Advanced Geographical Information Systems
The module will look at the conceptual, practical and methodological issues associated with using GIS for environmental and socio-economic applications.
Animal Behaviour
This module provides an introduction to the study of animal behaviour taking an integrative approach that addresses animal behaviour from ethological, ecological and evolutionary angles and to review the basic concepts of behaviour as a science.
Applied Population Research Methods
This module is designed to ensure that students from the BSc Population and Geography have knowledge and experience of the processes of data collection and analysis. The data collection element is delivered through fieldwork and/or visits to research in...
Concepts and Methods for Environmental Management
The module takes a problem-based approach in which students are exposed to a real world environmental management challenge and are taught the skills necessary to understand and quantify the key physical parts of the landscape system that contribute to the...
Environmental Chemistry (Air and Water)
In this module we will discuss environmental issues associated with the air and water. This will cover the chemical and physical sciences context of the issues around global climate change, ozone hole formation and photochemical smog as well as routes to ...
Evolution
The module seeks to: - explore the main evolutionary processes - consider evolution at the phenotypic as well as the molecular level - consider evolutionary processes occurring at different time scales
Freshwater Ecosystems
Freshwater Ecosystems initially considers the interplay between the physics, chemistry and biology of freshwater ecosystems. A comparative approach is adopted, in which upland streams, lowland rivers, lakes and other standing freshwater environments are c...
Global Climate Change: Science, Impacts and Policy
The topic is addressed from three perspectives: the science of climate change, impact and adaptation, and policy towards adaptation and mitigation. One of the pre-requisites for GEOG3057
Global Sustainability Challenges
The global challenge that is 'sustainability' impacts every dimension of all of our lives. Regardless of your degree, the social, cultural, economic and environmental dimensions of sustainability have important implications for your studies, your daily ...
Global Tipping Points
This module will explore how humans have been impacting the planet over recent millennia, and how more recently the increased impacts are leading to tipping points in many global systems, from biogeophysical to social. As such the module will discuss a ra...
Introduction to Energy in The Environment
Is it necessary -- and is it possible -- for the UK and other countries to make the change from fossil fuels to renewable energy sources? And what sort of changes would be involved, on a global, national and personal scale? Is there any one renewable ener...
Long-term Environmental Change
GGES2004 examines long-term environmental change through the period of the glacial-interglacial cycles. These dramatic shifts in Earth's systems are fascinating to study because they show us how the environment reacted to rapid climate change in the past ...
Migration
The aim of this course is to provide you with a basic understanding of the causes underlying patterns of human migration and the subsequent consequences on population change and composition. In addition, you will be taught some analytical skills so that y...
Plant Development and Function
This module provides an understanding of plant function and development at a molecular, cellular and whole organism level.
Population Change in Low and Middle Income Countries
This module aims to introduce you to the variety of demographic experiences in low and middle-income countries across the world, particularly in sub-Saharan Africa, Latin America and the Caribbean and, Asia. We will explore the patterns of historical and...
Population Processes in High Income Countries
The module studies key population issues specific to high income countries, such as international migration, population ageing and low fertility. The module examines the causes, consequences and policy implications of the current population processes. Th...
Population and Society
This module aims to introduce students to key population issues in both the UK and world-wide.
Pure and Applied Population Ecology
This module builds on the basic principles of population ecology introduced in year 1, to achieve a broad appreciation of current theory and practice in population and community ecology. Lectures and practicals will explore the processes involved in the d...
Remote Sensing for Earth Observation
The module will look at the basic theory and practical application of remote sensing for monitoring the terrestrial environment. Pre-requisite for GEOG3065
Year 3 modules
You must study the following modules in year 3:
Data Collection and Research Methods for Sustainability and Environmental Science
GGES3006 Data Collection & Research Methods for Sustainability and Environmental Science, is a module which aims to equip students with the skills necessary to plan and undertake independent research as part of their studies and later in their chosen care...
Environmental Impact Assessment
This module examines the process of assessing the potential impacts of major developments on the environment- known worldwide as Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA). The module has two major themes. In the first part of the module emphasis is placed on...
Environmental Law and Management
This module will enable students to apply their understanding of environmental problems and assess potential solutions through the application of law, policy, and management. The lecture sessions will introduce and analyse the theoretical development and ...
Individual Project
The Individual Project is a learning experience that enables you to carry out research and bring together many of the concepts that you have learnt over the first two years of the course as well as the knowledge and skills learnt during part III. You w...
You must also choose from the following modules in year 3:
Adapting to Climate Change and Weather Hazards
GEOG3057 is a multidisciplinary unit designed for students with an interest in how individuals and societies understand and respond to environmental shocks and stresses, and their different capacities for adaptation. The focus of the module is on climate ...
Advanced Geographical Information Systems
The module will look at the conceptual, practical and methodological issues associated with geospatial analysis for environmental and socio-economic applications.
Air Quality and Environmental Pollution
The module has been designed to impart the scientific knowledge required to tackle the many problems associated with air and other types of environmental pollution, including how to identify and assess the nature, sources and effects of pollutants, how to...
Applied Plant Biology
This module provides a broad introduction to the applied use of plants in the modern world. The module will cover the production of transgenic (GM) plants and their applications in a variety of areas including medical biotechnology, nutrition, phytoremedi...
Behavioural Ecology
Behavioural ecology considers the evolutionary pressures that shape behaviour. This module will explore animal behaviours from evolutionary biology and population ecological perspectives. Each week, lectures will consider a different behavioural ecology t...
Biodiversity and Conservation
This module concerns global biodiversity, what we understand by it and why it is in crisis, and current efforts to conserve and manage it. We begin with an appraisal of different values of diversity at scales from genetic to species, communities and ecosy...
Biomedical Technology
This course is designed to illustrate the ways in which the theoretical principles of biochemistry, cellular and molecular biology presented in previous courses can be applied to yield important commercial or therapeutic products or processes.
Coastal Sediment Dynamics
The coastal zone supports the livelihood and well-being of hundreds of millions of people, valuable ecosystems and vital industry, trade links and energy networks. The movement of coastal sediments by natural processes and human interventions continually ...
Desert Landscapes: Modelling and Measuring Aeolian Systems
Some of the biggest uncertainties in climate change predictions come from our lack of understanding of the impact of some of the smallest airborne dust particles. These dust particles are transported between continents from some of the hottest and most u...
Environment and Health
Health and the provision of health care are important issues in our everyday lives. Many of the debates surrounding health are inherently spatial in nature and as such geographers are well placed to play an important role in informing research and providi...
Environmental Sensing for Real World Geomorphological Challenges
This course seeks to make use of innovative and cutting edge technologies in the field of Earth surface process monitoring to address the real world challenges encountered by commercial and/or governmental organisations. Students on this module will ta...
Environmental and Engineering Geology
This module examines current topics in environmental and engineering geology – the practical application of the principles of geology/Earth Science in the solving of environmental and engineering problems. Through a mix of lecture, discussion and practica...
Evolution and Genetics
Evolution typically happens over long time periods, with organisms being selected based on their environments. But climate change and human factors can also increase the rate of evolution. In this module we show how organisms evolve in terms of their envi...
Geographies of Nature: food, animals and other nonhuman life
This is a Module not about learning new facts or figures, or necessarily huge swathes of substantive knowledge about food consumption and food production (a dominant theme). Rather it invites you to develop a repertoire of theories and concepts to think c...
Glaciers in a Changing Climate
To investigate the modern research into glacial processes, to investigate analytical approaches to test contemporary controversial problems and to show how these processes formed the present day landscape
Global Challenges in Biology
This module will consider human-caused global challenges and their impact on marine and terrestrial ecosystems. We will discuss the main causes of global change, including greenhouse gases, changes in temperature and rainfall, and human land use, as well ...
Migration
The material covers ideas from many disciplines. Migration represents movement across space, influencing and changing the environments of both the origin and destination locations (geography). It is both affected by and affects population structures and c...
Migration and Development
GEOG3062 is a multidisciplinary unit designed for students with an interest in human migration and development and the interaction between the two. The module will emphasise the importance of place and scale in its approach to these themes, although it wi...
Nature Based Solutions
Nature Based Solutions (NBS) – actions to protect, sustainably manage, and restore natural or modified ecosystems – can play a critical role in mitigating not only climate change, but also increasing other benefits from nature (ecosystem services) that hu...
River Basin Management and Restoration
To develop an holistic approach to river basin management and restoration based on an understanding of physical processes and human modification of natural river systems.
Seafloor Exploration and Surveying
This module provides you with skills that are scientifically fascinating as well as important for employability. The offshore industry is crying-out for graduates that understand seafloor surveying. In the past few years many OES students have gone on to...
Sustainable Resource Management
If we are to address society’s waste problem we need to fully understand the environmental, occupational, public health, technical, fiscal, social, cultural, demographic and political influences on waste collection, reuse, recycling, minimisation and prev...
Terrestrial Ecosystems: Carbon Modelling and Monitoring
The module will provide understanding of current (and future) biophysical products derived from remote sensing data and how they are being used in regional to global scale monitoring of current vegetation function and condition. The module will expose stu...
The Sustainability Professional
The Sustainability Professional is a high-level skills practical module delivered in partnership with a range of contributors from local and regional environmental and sustainability consultancies and other organisations. This module aims to provide stude...
Year 4 modules
You must study the following modules in year 4:
Advanced Research Project
This module is the delivery vehicle for the FHEQ Level 7 research project that must be carried out by each student with guidance from a supervisor.
Work-Based Learning
Students undertake a period of work alongside professional environmental practitioners in a named workplace. The experience will provide insight into how the theoretical aspects of environmental science gained from courses within the University can be tra...
You must also choose from the following modules in year 4:
Advanced Field Research Project
The aim of this module is to allow students to carry out an extensive field-based research project on a specific topic related to his/her main area of study.
Applied Plant Biology
The module provides a broad outline of the applications of plant biotechnology in the modern world. Where possible, general principles are developed alongside specific examples rather than giving exhaustive lists of detailed information. Plants are incr...
Biodiversity and Conservation
This module concerns global biodiversity, what we understand by it and why it is in crisis, and current efforts to conserve and manage it. We begin with an appraisal of different values of diversity at scales from genetic to species, communities and ecosy...
Bioenergy
The bioenergy industry is undergoing rapid growth due to the policy drivers underpinning the current interest in bioenergy, such as energy security and climate change. This module provides an overview of key topics on sustainable bioenergy production, inc...
Biogeochemical Cycles in the Earth System
This module looks at the operation of the Ocean as a biogeochemical entity within the larger Earth System. There is a strong focus on how the Earth System will respond to anthropogenic impacts and global change.
Climate Change, Energy and Settlements
Sustainable development is a major international challenge and relates to historical, environmental and economic changes. This module focuses on the relationships between settlements, resources, climate and energy through history. It introduces students t...
Climate and Climate Change
This module is designed to give a fundamental understanding of the Earth's climate and use this to examine topical issues in climate change research. A hands-on approach enables you to apply your newly learned skills to real-world problems quickly.
Deep Sea Ecology
This module examines the patterns of life in deep-sea environments & the processes that govern those patterns.
Ecological Modelling
This course is intended as a beginner’s guide to marine ecological modelling. It is suitable for students across a broad range of academic backgrounds and does not assume a high level of prior mathematical knowledge or experience in coding. The course...
Energy Performance Assessment of Buildings
This module gives an overview of the policy issues, various planning aids and assessment methods available to quantify energy efficiency and sustainability in buildings. Students will be able to use different tools to investigate building energy performan...
Energy Resources and Engineering
On completion of the module, you will have developed a broad understanding of energy resources, engineering technologies for energy conversion and have an appreciation of solutions available to meet the world's power demands. You will be able to formulate...
Evolution and Genetics
Evolution typically happens over long time periods, with organisms being selected based on their environments. But climate change and human factors can also increase the rate of evolution. In this module we show how organisms evolve in terms of their envi...
Flood Modelling and Mitigation
Floods are amongst the most damaging and costly of all natural hazards. Worldwide, frequent occurrences of heavy rainfall and other drivers combine with high levels of human exposure and high-value and vulnerable assets to produce multi-billion losses eve...
Freshwater Ecosystems
Freshwater Ecosystems initially considers the interplay between the physics, chemistry and biology of freshwater ecosystems. A comparative approach is adopted, in which upland streams, lowland rivers, lakes and other standing freshwater environments are c...
GIS for Analysis of Health
This module is intended to introduce students who have already studied the principles of geographical information systems (GIS) to the concepts, methods and techniques involved in using GIS for the analysis of health. Academic study of the geography of he...
GIS for Environmental Management
This module is intended to introduce students who have already studied the principles of Geographical Information Systems (GIS) how to utilise GIS tools in environmental management. Environmental applications require specific skills on the part of the GIS...
Global Challenges in Biology
This module will consider human-caused global challenges and their impact on marine and terrestrial ecosystems. We will discuss the main causes of global change, including greenhouse gases, changes in temperature and rainfall, and human land use, as well ...
Image Analysis and Data Visualisation using IDL
The aim of this module is to provide students with the skills required to understand and write software programs for image processing and scientific computing. More specifically the module will provide the students with the ability to develop programs tha...
Introductory Remote Sensing of the Ocean
This course aims to provide a broad introduction at Masters level to the ways in which remote sensing of the oceans, mainly from satellites but also from autonomous underwater vehicles, is applied in oceanography. Whether you have a special interest in th...
Practical Skills in Remote Sensing
The emphasis is on processing and application of data collected in the optical regions of the electromagnetic spectrum using passive sensors.
Remote Sensing for Earth Observation
The module will look at the basic theory and practical application of remote sensing for monitoring the terrestrial environment.
River Basin Management and Restoration
This module is based on a professional training course for people working in River management and restoration. The course investigates how humans have modified River basins and river channels, and how these in turn have affected the rates and magnitudes o...
River and Estuary Restoration
To critically examine current knowledge of the application of River Restoration techniques and their transferability to the UK and worldwide. As many river restoration projects are done to improve the status of fisheries, the costs and benefits of techniq...
Sea Level Rise and Coastal Management
Understanding changes in sea level is of the utmost importance, as it: (1) shapes the coastlines; (2) affects the livelihoods of hundreds of millions of people living in the world’s coastal regions, and (3) is a key indicator of climate change. Sea-level ...
The Sustainability Professional (MSc)
The Sustainability Professional is a high-level skills practical module delivered in partnership with a range of contributors from local and regional environmental and sustainability consultancies and other organisations. This module aims to provide stude...
Transport, Energy and the Environment
The transport sector is currently heavily fossil fuel dependent and, in advanced economies, accounts for around one quarter of carbon dioxide emissions. This module will provide you with a systematic understanding of the inter-relationships between transp...
Waste Resource Management
The module considers solid wastes from industry, commerce and domestic sources. The concept of a waste management hierarchy is introduced and practical ways in which it might be implemented are discussed. These include waste minimisation, reuse, recycling...
Learning and assessment
The learning activities for this course include the following:
- lectures
- classes and tutorials
- coursework
- individual and group projects
- independent learning (studying on your own)
Course time
How you'll spend your course time:
Year 1
Study time
Your scheduled learning, teaching and independent study for year 1:
How we'll assess you
- coursework, laboratory reports and essays
- creative projects
- debates
- design and problem-solving exercises
- developing websites
- dissertations
- individual and group projects
- oral presentations
- module journals
- written and practical exams
Your assessment breakdown
Year 1:
Year 2
Study time
Your scheduled learning, teaching and independent study for year 2:
How we'll assess you
- coursework, laboratory reports and essays
- creative projects
- debates
- design and problem-solving exercises
- developing websites
- dissertations
- individual and group projects
- oral presentations
- module journals
- written and practical exams
Your assessment breakdown
Year 2:
Year 3
Study time
Your scheduled learning, teaching and independent study for year 3:
How we'll assess you
- coursework, laboratory reports and essays
- creative projects
- debates
- design and problem-solving exercises
- developing websites
- dissertations
- individual and group projects
- oral presentations
- module journals
- written and practical exams
Your assessment breakdown
Year 3:
Year 4
Study time
Your scheduled learning, teaching and independent study for year 4:
How we'll assess you
- coursework, laboratory reports and essays
- creative projects
- debates
- design and problem-solving exercises
- developing websites
- dissertations
- individual and group projects
- oral presentations
- module journals
- written and practical exams
Your assessment breakdown
Year 4:
Academic support
You’ll be supported by a personal academic tutor and have access to a senior tutor.
Course leader
Katherine Parks is the course leader.
Careers
As an MEnvSci in Environmental Science graduate, you'll have many career fields available. These could include:
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carbon management
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biodiversity
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water management
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environmental consultancy
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sustainability strategy and policy
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nature conservation
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waste management
Recent graduates are pursuing a career in environmental science at organisations including:
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DEFRA
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Environment Agency
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Natural England
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Ordnance Survey
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Ramboll
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Universities, in environment and sustainability roles
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Wildlife trusts
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WWF
Throughout your degree, you'll benefit from guest speakers from industry, government and environment groups. We have connections with many organisations such as the Environment Agency, DEFRA, AECOM and The Wildlife Trust. Together we will help you build your networks and prepare you for your next steps after graduation.
Our students play an important part in the University's award-winning Enactus society. It is a global non-profit organisation that helps improve the lives of people around the world.
Careers services at Southampton
We are a top 20 UK university for employability (QS Graduate Employability Rankings 2022). Our Careers and Employability Service will support you throughout your time as a student and for up to 5 years after graduation. This support includes:
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work experience schemes
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CV and interview skills and workshops
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networking events
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careers fairs attended by top employers
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a wealth of volunteering opportunities
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study abroad and summer school opportunities
We have a vibrant entrepreneurship culture and our dedicated start-up supporter, Futureworlds, is open to every student.
Work in industry
This degree includes a placement with an environmental organisation between the third and fourth year.
However, you can also boost your employability by spending a paid year in employment in the industry of your choice between years 2 and 3, or between years 3 and 4.
This is a great opportunity to:
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apply your skills and knowledge in a real industry setting
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try out a potential career
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demonstrate personal development to future employers
Fees, costs and funding
Tuition fees
Fees for a year's study:
- UK students pay £9,250.
- EU and international students pay £25,000.
What your fees pay for
Your tuition fees pay for the full cost of tuition and all examinations.
Find out how to:
Accommodation and living costs, such as travel and food, are not included in your tuition fees. Explore:
Bursaries, scholarships and other funding
If you're a UK or EU student and your household income is under £25,000 a year, you may be able to get a University of Southampton bursary to help with your living costs. Find out about bursaries and other funding we offer at Southampton.
If you're a care leaver or estranged from your parents, you may be able to get a specific bursary.
Get in touch for advice about student money matters.
Scholarships and grants
You may be able to get a scholarship or grant to help fund your studies.
We award scholarships and grants for travel, academic excellence, or to students from under-represented backgrounds.
Support during your course
The Student Services Centre offers support and advice on money to students. You may be able to access our Student Support fund and other sources of financial support during your course.
Funding for EU and international students
Find out about funding you could get as an international student.
How to apply
When you apply use:
- UCAS course code: F902
- UCAS institution code: S27
What happens after you apply?
We will assess your application on the strength of your:
- predicted grades
- academic achievements
- personal statement
- academic reference
We'll aim to process your application within 2 to 6 weeks, but this will depend on when it is submitted. Applications submitted in January, particularly near to the UCAS equal consideration deadline, might take substantially longer to be processed due to the high volume received at that time.
Equality and diversity
We treat and select everyone in line with our Equality and Diversity Statement.
Got a question?
Please contact our enquiries team if you're not sure that you have the right experience or qualifications to get onto this course.
Email: enquiries@southampton.ac.uk
Tel: +44(0)23 8059 5000
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