MEnv Environment, Economics and Ecology
Entry requirements
A level: ABB including one of the following subjects: Biology, Business Studies, Chemistry, Economics, Environmental Studies, Geography, Geology, Mathematics, Physics or Psychology IB: 34 points including one of the following subjects: Biology, Business Studies, Chemistry, Economics, Geography, Geology, Mathematics (either Analysis and Approaches or Applications and Interpretations), Physics or Psychology at Higher level BTEC: DDM We consider a range of BTEC qualifications equivalent to 3 A Levels, or in combination with A Levels or other qualifications. For example: Distinction, Merit in BTEC Level 3 National Diploma plus B at A Level Distinction in BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate plus BB at A level Distinction, Merit in 2 BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificates plus B at A level Your combination of qualifications must meet the essential subject requirements for the course. Contact ug-admissions@york.ac.uk if you require further guidance.
About this course
MEnv (Hons) Environment, Economics and Ecology, a geography degree centred on the interrelationships between natural and human systems. Core topics include Research Methods, Fieldwork, Environmental Analysis, and Global & Comparative Perspective. The course is accredited by the Institution of Environmental Sciences. The first year covers foundational concepts through Economics Principles, Ecological Principles, Environment, Development, and Society, and Introduction to Research Skills. The second year builds practical capabilities with Enhancing Biodiversity, Applied Ecological Economics, and Research Skills and Project Design, alongside optional modules such as Megacities and Urbanisation or Geographical Information Systems. The third year involves a compulsory Research Project, Natural Resource Economics, and Sustainability Clinic, while offering optional studies in areas like Atmosphere and Ocean Science. The final fourth year centers on an MEnv Dissertation and Environmental Management in Practice, with further optional modules including Applied Economic Methods and Climate Science and Policy.
Modules
- Economics Principles
- Ecological Principles
- Environment, Development, and Society
- Introduction to Global Challenges
- Introduction to Research Skills
- Economics of Sustainable Development
- Enhancing Biodiversity
- Applied Ecological Economics
- Engendering Change
- Research Skills and Project Design
- Megacities and Urbanisation
- Ecosystem Management and Conservation
- Food, Space, Culture and Society
- Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation
- Geographical Information Systems
- Solving Environmental Problems with Code
- Research Project
- Natural Resource Economics
- Sustainability Clinic
- Energy Transitions and Low Carbon Futures
- Atmosphere and Ocean Science
- Biodiversity and Society
- Pollution: Monitoring Assessment and Control
- Land Use Change and Management: A Global Perspective
- Tackling Britain’s Environmental Challenges (field course)
- MEnv Dissertation
- Environmental Management in Practice
- Business and Environment
- Ecosystem Services, Conservation and Protection
- Applied Economic Methods
- Climate Science and Policy
- Spatial Analysis & Modelling for Flood Risk Management