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BSc Environmental Earth Science

Aberystwyth University

Institution
Aberystwyth University
Level
undergraduate
Subject
Environmental Earth Science
Duration
3 years
UCAS code
F640
Typical offer
A-level BBB

Entry requirements

A level: BBB-CCC to include a science subject IB: 30-26 with 5 points in a science subject at Higher Level

About this course

BSc in Earth and Environmental Sciences. Core topics include Laboratory Techniques, Research Methods, Fieldwork, and Environmental Analysis. The course includes field courses in each of the three years and a final-year dissertation. Facilities are recognised by the Natural Environment Research Council (NERC).

Modules

  • Earth Surface Environments
  • Fieldwork Skills
  • How to Build a Planet
  • Life on Earth
  • Researching the World: data collection and analysis
  • Rocks and Minerals
  • Environmental Geochemistry
  • Geoscience Laboratory Techniques
  • Geoscience for a Sustainable World
  • Research Design and Fieldwork Skills
  • Visualisation and Analysis of Geographical Data
  • Glacial and Fluvial Processes
  • How to Build a Sustainable Society
  • Quaternary Environmental Change
  • Advanced Fieldwork Skills
  • Biogeochemistry and Health
  • Dissertation: Geography, Environmental Science, and Environmental Earth Science
  • Applied Environmental Management
  • Debates in Climate Science
  • Environmental Regulation and Consultancy
  • Glaciers and Ice Sheets
  • Monitoring our Planet's Health from Space
  • Past environments, future challenges