BSc (Hons) Earth and Environmental Science

The Earth and Environmental Science BSc (Hons) course from Lancaster University is designed for students looking to explore the physical earth and its environments. The course expands your knowledge of the Earth's processes, its atmosphere, ecosystems, and the effects of human activities on nature. You will also gain the skills and knowledge to aid in future scientific research of environmental challenges.Course Content: The course content focuses on the comprehension and analysis of the Earth's physical environment. It includes studying the earth's climate system, ecosystems, and the influence of human activities on the environment. Throughout the course, you will be engaged in practical work, which involves various field courses to sites in the UK and overseas.Key Modules: The key modules covered in the course include 'Dynamic Earth', 'Global Change', 'Environmental Processes', 'Geomatics', 'Climate Change: Science and Society', and 'Geology and the Environment'. Accreditations: The course is provisionally accredited by the Institution of Environmental Sciences (IES) and the Geological Society of London. An accredited degree will provide students with a strong scientific understanding of the Earth sciences, environmental science, and their interdisciplinary areas.Future Careers: The course provides a strong foundation for various environmental careers. Graduates from this course have gone onto roles as Environmental Consultants, Geotechnical Engineers, Hydrogeologists, Nature Conservation Officers, Made Ground Specialists, and teachers. Many graduates also undertake postgraduate study or research within the field.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.