UCAS Code: F750

Course Length: 3 Years Full-Time

Start Dates: September 2018

Department: Department of Geography

Location: Edge Hill University

• Develop your knowledge and understanding of theEarth’s environmental systems;

• Travel to a variety of fieldwork destinations in theUK and abroad;

• Equip yourself with a wide range of fieldwork,laboratory and key skills that will enhance youremployability.

Increasing concern about human impact onthe environment offers exciting challenges to theenvironmental scientist. From issues of global concernsuch as climate change, to local problems such as waterquality and contaminated land, the need forenvironmental scientists has never been greater. We willincreasingly need more science-based approaches tounderstand the interactions and relationships betweencomponents of the Earth’s systems and the impact ofhuman activity. This degree gives you a thoroughgrounding in emerging environmental problems andissues and trains you to investigate them and createsolutions to protect and manage the environment. Youwill develop expertise in Geographical InformationSystems and remote sensing using the latest industrystandard technology.

BSc (Hons) Environmental Science

Studying Abroad Option Available Sandwich Year Option Available International Students Can Apply

Fieldwork

http://ehu.ac.uk/f750 1 Published 24 Nov 2017, 10:04

Course in Depth

What will I study?

Year 1 provides a foundation in environmental science,geological science and natural science as well asdeveloping a range of subject specific skills includingfieldwork and laboratory skills, and generic key skills.Residential fieldwork will also be part of your first year.

In Year 2 you will study modules focusing on componentsof environmental systems and environmental pollution aswell as further developing your subject-specific researchskills through fieldwork in the UK and overseas.

Year 3 adds a more applied dimension to your knowledgeand understanding of the environment. You will completean independent research project (dissertation) andenhance your skills for monitoring and managing theenvironment, a vital component of the role of a practisingenvironmental scientist.

How will I study?

Teaching is through laboratory and workshop practicalactivities, lectures, directed independent study,dissertation supervision, tutorials and fieldwork. Wewant to strengthen the employment potential of ourgraduates through the acquisition of a range ofsubject-specific, key and career management skills, aswell as the development of knowledge and understandingin the environmental sciences.

Fieldwork is one of the most beneficial and enjoyableaspects of the degree. Current fieldwork locationsinclude Cumbria and Mallorca, as well as local sites.

How will I be assessed?

Assessment methods allow you to display yourknowledge and understanding and to develop anddemonstrate your competence in subject-specific and keyskills. Modules are assessed by either coursework only ora mixture of coursework and examination. Exams never

count for more than 50% of the total mark for modulesthat include an examination. Coursework includespractical portfolios, essays, project reports, fieldnotebooks, individual and group oral presentations andposter presentations.

Who will be teaching me?

You will be taught by an enthusiastic and experiencedteam who are all research active, which means that theykeep up-to-date with the latest developments in theirareas of interest and pass this knowledge on. We are afriendly, approachable department where you won't getlost in a crowd and we respond to your needs.

A Great Study Environment

The Department of Geography’s modern andwide-ranging facilities combine with a friendly andsupportive learning environment to ensure that yourstudies are a rich and rewarding experience.

The Geosciences building features a large lecture theatre,small group teaching rooms, physical geography andenvironmental science laboratories, a geology laboratory,a geo-engineering laboratory, geo-informationlaboratories and a large social area.

http://ehu.ac.uk/f750 2 Published 24 Nov 2017, 10:04

Modules

Year 1

GEO1047: PrPractical Skills for Geogractical Skills for Geographaphy and Eny and Environmental Sciencevironmental Science (20 credits)PrPractical Skills for Geogractical Skills for Geographaphy and Eny and Environmental Sciencevironmental Science is a skills-based module, using geographical knowledge todevelop a range of subject-specific skills together with general use of ICT and communication skills. The modulefocuses on the handling, analysis and communication of spatial and graphical data. You will be introduced to theprinciples, uses and practical skills of Geographical Information Systems as part of the module.

GEO1048: Introduction to GeogrIntroduction to Geographical and Enaphical and Environmental Science Researchvironmental Science Research (20 credits)Introduction to GeogrIntroduction to Geographical and Enaphical and Environmental Science Researchvironmental Science Research provides an overview of the subject specific andgeneric skills in Geography and Environmental Science that you will require to study, research and succeed in yourstudies. This includes the development of research skills, cartographical skills, statistical analysis and fieldwork skills.

GEO1140: Science of the PhScience of the Physical Enysical Environmentvironment (20 credits)Science of the PhScience of the Physical Enysical Environmentvironment provides an introduction to the nature, structure and composition of the physicalenvironment and the processes and interactions that operate within and between the various components. Anunderstanding of our physical environment is fundamental to environmental science.

GEO1141: PrPractising Enactising Environmental Sciencevironmental Science (20 credits)PrPractising Enactising Environmental Sciencevironmental Science provides an introduction to practical skills in environmental science. The modulecovers a range of laboratory practical and fieldwork investigations focusing on the effective recording, analysis andinterpretation of environmental data.

GEO1142: Ecological Principles for EnEcological Principles for Environmental Sciencevironmental Science (20 credits)Ecological Principles for EnEcological Principles for Environmental Sciencevironmental Science provides an introduction to ecology for environmental scientists. Themodule focuses on how organisms interact with each other and their physical environment, and how changes to theenvironment may affect the nature of their interactions. You will consider the ecosystem concept, in addition tostructure, function and dynamics, as well as nutrient cycling. Finally, the nature of changes in ecosystems through timeand some effects of humans are examined.

GEO1240: Rocks, MinerRocks, Minerals and Fals and Fossilsossils (20 credits)Rocks, MinerRocks, Minerals and Fals and Fossilsossils enables you to appreciate the origin, composition, dynamics and history of the Earth as aplanet. The module will show plate tectonics as a unifying concept in the geological sciences, illustrating thecomposition and formation of major mineral and rock groups and equipping you with the skills and knowledge requiredto describe, identify and classify marine and terrestrial fossils.

Year 2

GEO2071: Research Methods for PhResearch Methods for Physical Geogrysical Geographaphy and Eny and Environmental Sciencevironmental Science (20 credits)Research Methods for PhResearch Methods for Physical Geogrysical Geographaphy and Eny and Environmental Sciencevironmental Science uses investigative research processes toenhance and develop your knowledge and understanding of essential research methods in physical geographical andenvironmental science.

http://ehu.ac.uk/f750 3 Published 24 Nov 2017, 10:04

GEO2073: EnEnvironmental Research in Prvironmental Research in Practiceactice (20 credits)EnEnvironmental Research in Prvironmental Research in Practiceactice uses investigative research processes to enhance and develop essential fieldresearch methods in physical geography and environmental science. You will learn how to design a research projectproposal using appropriate quantitative and qualitative methods, carry out and report upon effective fieldinvestigations in an overseas setting, and identify the significance of the appropriate ethical, health and safety, andenvironmental issues in related fieldwork.

GEO2077: WWeathereather, Climate and Soils, Climate and Soils (20 credits)WWeathereather, Climate and Soils, Climate and Soils provides you with a detailed understanding of the climate system and the soil system. Themodule covers a range of atmospheric processes through to the development of weather systems, with a specific focuson mid-latitude weather. The varying nature and properties of soils, and the soil processes which give rise to soilformation and development are then considered. You will receive practical training in the analysis and interpretationof meteorological data as well as being guided in the methods used in the field and laboratory analysis of soils.

GEO2079: BiogeogrBiogeographaphyy (20 credits)BiogeogrBiogeographaphyy examines spatial and temporal patterns of living organisms over the Earth's surface and highlights thefundamental processes and causal factors which determine these patterns, examining contributions to theseprocesses by human and physical phenomena. Key themes such as the history and development of ecologicalcommunities through time, human impacts on the biosphere and biodiversity run through the whole module.

GEO2080: Digital GeogrDigital Geographiesaphies (20 credits)Digital GeogrDigital Geographiesaphies develops your knowledge and skills in remote sensing and Geographical Information Systems(GIS) which are widely used in a variety of fields including planning, health studies, environmental investigations andresource management. The module focuses on remote sensing analysis and interpretation of aerial and satelliteimagery, which has transformed the manner in which geographers and geoscientists view the Earth. You willexplore how remote sensing and GIS have greatly improved our understanding of atmospheric, oceanic and landformprocesses, helped to sustain environmental management and enabled a better understanding of the interaction ofhumans with the natural world. The module also extensively covers the use of Geographical Information Systems asone of the most important tool to process and analyse geographical data.

GEO2142: EnEnvironmental Pvironmental Pollutionollution (20 credits)EnEnvironmental Pvironmental Pollutionollution focuses on the origins, pathways and consequences of anthropogenic pollutants in theenvironment as well as discussing the various approaches to pollution control and remediation. The module willprovide you with a detailed understanding of the actual or possible effects that humans may have on environmentalsystems, over a variety of scales in time and space.

Year 3

GEO3073: EnEnvironmental Changevironmental Change (20 credits)EnEnvironmental Changevironmental Change develops your knowledge and understanding of the nature of environmental change from thelast glacial period to the recent past. You will examine the evidence for change, consider potential causes, and analysethe spatial and temporal responses. The module explores the major changes of the Late Glacial, Holocene and recentperiods and examines the relative contibutions of forcing factors, such as climatic variability and anthropogenicactivity. In addition, the module critically considers the techniques and methodologies used in the reconstrcution ofenvironmental change.

GEO3077: WWetlandsetlands (20 credits)WWetlandsetlands explores the largest terrestrial carbon store; wetlands. The module studies the flora and fauna that have

http://ehu.ac.uk/f750 4 Published 24 Nov 2017, 10:04

adapted to and formed these environments. You will examine the sensitivity of these environments to climate changeand analyse the historic, current and future management strategies required to preserve these ecosystems.

GEO3079: Remote SensingRemote Sensing (20 credits)Remote SensingRemote Sensing facilitates advanced learning in remote sensing, covering the theory behind the acquisition,interrogation and application of Earth observation imagery and the practice of image analysis. Module content willinclude remote sensing basics – the remote sensing process, the nature of imagery and image processing procedures,as well as the application of remote sensing to different environmental and social issues. These include deforestation,agricultural production and urban growth.

GEO3082: Dissertation in EnDissertation in Environmental Sciencevironmental Science (40 credits)Dissertation in EnDissertation in Environmental Sciencevironmental Science enables you to develop and apply a range of research and transferable skills inthe planning, execution and reporting of an individual research project on a relevant topic in environmental science ofyour choice. The module provides you with the opportunity to demonstrate the ability to work independently andeffectively, meeting deadlines and producing a professional product, in consultation with a supervisor.

GEO3140: EnEnvironmental Monitoring and Managementvironmental Monitoring and Management (20 credits)EnEnvironmental Monitoring and Managementvironmental Monitoring and Management provides you with some of the important building blocks forunderstanding and evaluating current environmental issues and the range of monitoring and management techniquesrequired to address them. The module focuses on the role that an ecological and chemical approach can play inunderstanding and monitoring pollution effects. It provides an overview of the biological and chemical effects ofpollutants released into the environment and considers how they and other environmental issues may be managed.

SCI3325: Ecological InterEcological Interactionsactions (20 credits)Ecological InterEcological Interactionsactions equips you with an advanced understanding of the interactions that underpin ecologicalrelationships in populations, communities and ecosystems. You will gain an understanding of the variety of interactionsamongst animal, plant and fungi species and the key theories underpinning them. A combination of lectures, casestudies and practical work (in the field and laboratory) will demonstrate the importance of these mechanisms toecosystem function and in applied contexts including conservation, agriculture and forestry. The module will highlightthe importance of various interactions to wider society and to achieving sustainability.

Timetables

Timetables for your first week are normally available at the end of August prior to enrolment in September. You canexpect to receive your timetable for the rest of the academic year during your first week. Please note that while wemake every effort to ensure that timetables are as student-friendly as possible, scheduled teaching can take place onany day of the week. Wednesday afternoons are normally reserved for sports and cultural activities.

Disclaimer

Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of our published course information, however our programmes aresubject to ongoing review and development. Changing circumstances may necessitate alteration to, or the cancellationof, courses.

Changes may be necessary to comply with the requirements of accrediting bodies, revisions to subject benchmarksstatements, to keep courses updated and contemporary, or as a result of student feedback. We reserve the right tomake variations if we consider such action to be necessary or in the best interests of students.

http://ehu.ac.uk/f750 5 Published 24 Nov 2017, 10:04

Entry Criteria

Entry Requirements

Typical offer 120 UCAS Tariff points, normally to includeGeography, Geology, Environmental Science or a relatedsubject, plus GCSE Mathematics at Grade C or Grade 4 orabove (or equivalent).

Example Offers

Some examples of how you can achieve 120 UCAS Tariffpoints are detailed below.

• A LA Leevvelsels – BBB;

• BTEC Extended Diploma (BTEC Extended Diploma (or combination of BTECor combination of BTECQCF qualifications)QCF qualifications) – Distinction, Distinction, Merit(DDM);

• Access to Higher Education DiplomaAccess to Higher Education Diploma – 45 credits atLevel 3, for example 24 credits at Distinction and21 credits at Merit. The required total can beattained from various credit combinations.

Please note, the above examples may differ from actualoffers made. A combination of A Level and BTEC awardsmay also be accepted.

As long as you have a minimum of two A Levels (orequivalent), there is no maximum number ofqualifications that we will accept UCAS points from. Thisincludes additional qualifications such as the WelshBaccalaureate and Extended Project Qualification (EPQ),AS Levels that haven't been continued to A Level, andGeneral Studies AS or A Level awards.

For further information on how you can meet the entryrequirements, including details ofalternative qualifications, please visitwww.edgehill.ac.uk/offers.

EU students can get country-specific information aboutthe University's entry requirements and equivalentnational qualifications at www.edgehill.ac.uk/eu.

International students should visit www.edgehill.ac.uk/international for information on the entry criteria for

overseas applicants.

English Language Requirements

International students require IELTS 6.0, with a score nolower than 5.5 in each individual component, or anequivalent English language qualification.

If your current level of English is half a band lower, eitheroverall or within individual elements, our Pre-SessionalEnglish course might be for you.

Are there any alternative ways to meet theentry requirements?

If you have the ability to study for a degree but lack thenecessary qualifications or confidence, our Fastrack:Preparation for Higher Education course could be foryou. This free, seven-week programme provides a greatopportunity to enhance your study skills and subjectknowledge and demonstrate that you are ready to studya particular subject with us, in lieu of achieving the UCASTariff points in the entry criteria.

Upon successful completion of a Fastrack course, you willbe well placed to progress onto a corresponding Edge HillUniversity degree, although additional entryrequirements may apply and the availability of specificprogrammes cannot be guaranteed. For moreinformation, visit www.edgehill.ac.uk/fastrack.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Edge Hill University recognises learning gainedelsewhere, whether through academic credit andqualifications acquired from other relevant courses ofstudy or through recognition of an individual'sprofessional and employment experience (also referredto as 'experiential learning').

Previous learning that is recognised in this way may beused towards meeting the entry requirements for aprogramme and/or for exemption from part of aprogramme. It is your responsibility to make a claim forrecognition of prior learning. For guidance, please consult

http://ehu.ac.uk/f750 6 Published 24 Nov 2017, 10:04

the University's Recognition of Prior Learning Policy andcontact the faculty in which you are interested instudying.

http://ehu.ac.uk/f750 7 Published 24 Nov 2017, 10:04

Career Prospects

What are my career prospects?

An environmental science degree is recognised byemployers for the extensive range of transferable skillsthat graduates have including IT and communicationskills, project management, report writing, statisticalanalysis, group work and oral presentation skills. Theseskills are of great value to them and to you in your career.

You will be qualified to pursue a career in environmentalmanagement, environmental consultancy, policy andplanning, environmental monitoring, extractive andwaste industries, conservation, environmental education,postgraduate study, teaching (further training required)and research.

How can I enhance my employability?

It is useful to consider, even before you apply, how youwill spend your time while studying and make the most ofyour university experience.

Optional, additional activities may be available on this

degree which could help to prepare you for a stimulatingand rewarding career. These include:

• Sandwich YSandwich Yearsears - you may have the opportunity toapply to complete a sandwich year placement,usually as the third year of a four year degree, andgain highly relevant work experience;

• ErErasmus+ and Studyasmus+ and Study AbroadAbroad - you may have theopportunity to apply to spend time studying orworking abroad, usually as the third year of a fouryear degree, enabling you to immerse yourself in adifferent culture;

• Language LLanguage Learningearning - you may be able to participatein Language Steps classes, delivered at the Edge HillLanguage Centre, as additional study.

Please note, the availability of these additional activitiescannot be guaranteed for all students. Depending onavailability and the number of students wanting toparticipate, there may be a competitive applicationprocess for sandwich year placements or studying abroadopportunities or you may be required to secure a relevantplacement yourself.

http://ehu.ac.uk/f750 8 Published 24 Nov 2017, 10:04

Finance

Tuition Fees

If you are a prospective UK or EU student who will bejoining this undergraduate degree in academic year2018/19, tuition fees are still to be announced by theGovernment. You are advised to check this page regularlyand once the position has been confirmed we will updatethis information.

Tuition fees for international students enrolling on theprogramme in academic year 2018/19 are £11,800 perannum.

The University may administer a small inflationary rise intuition fees, in line with Government policy, insubsequent academic years as you progress through thecourse.

Financial Support

Subject to eligibility, UK and EU students can apply for aTuition Fee Loan from the Government to cover the fullcost of tuition fees. UK and EU students may also beeligible to apply for additional funding to help with livingcosts.

For comprehensive information about the financialsupport available to eligible UK and EU students joiningthis programme in academic year 2018/19, together withdetails of how to apply for funding, please view ourMoney Matters 2018/19 guide at www.edgehill.ac.uk/undergradfinance2018.

Financial support information for international studentscan be found at www.edgehill.ac.uk/international/fees.

Scholarships

Edge Hill University offers a range of scholarships with acompetitive application process for prospective full-timeundergraduate students. These scholarships aren't linkedto academic success and celebrate determination, talentand achievement beyond your coursework, for instancein creativity, enterprise, ICT, performance, sport orvolunteering.

Additional scholarships, which you may qualify to receive,reward outstanding grades and are available to eligibleUK and EU students.

To find out more about scholarships, to assess youreligibility, and to meet some of our dedicated scholarshipwinners, visit www.edgehill.ac.uk/scholarships.

http://ehu.ac.uk/f750 9 Published 24 Nov 2017, 10:04

Apply

How to Apply

Apply online through UCAS at www.ucas.com.

Visit www.edgehill.ac.uk/applyucas to find out moreabout the application process.

Should you accept an offer of a place to study with us andformally enrol as a student, you will be subject to theprovisions of the regulations, rules, codes, conditions andpolicies which apply to our students. These are availableat www.edgehill.ac.uk/studentterms.

Visit Us

If you are considering applying to study at Edge Hill

University, the best way to gain an insight into studentlife is to discover our stunning campus for yourself byattending an open day. You can view dates and book yourplace at www.edgehill.ac.uk/opendays.

Alternatively, if you are unable to attend an open day, youcan find out more about all of our events for prospectivestudents, including monthly campus tours,at www.edgehill.ac.uk/visitus.

Request a Prospectus

If you would like to explore our full range of degreesbefore you apply, you can order an undergraduateprospectus at www.edgehill.ac.uk/undergradprospectus.

Get in Touch

If you have any questions about this programme or whatit's like to study at Edge Hill University, please contact:

• Course Enquiries

• Tel: 01695 657000

• Email: study@edgehill.ac.uk

International students should visit www.edgehill.ac.uk/international or email international@edgehill.ac.uk withany queries about overseas study.

http://ehu.ac.uk/f750 10 Published 24 Nov 2017, 10:04