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UndergraduateBachelor of Science (with Honours)UCAS: F853
Environmental Science with Study Year Abroad
University of ReadingReading, England
4 yearsDuration
£30,650Per Year (Intl)
£28,000Avg. Graduate Salary
97%Satisfaction
Course Overview
Offered by University of Reading, the BSc (Hons) Environmental Science with Study Year Abroad provides a comprehensive undergraduate education in sport and exercise science. Based in Reading, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year full-time structure. Study the environment from a scientific perspective, and discover how to solve some of the most-critical challenges facing planet Earth, with our accredited BSc Environmental Science with Study Year Abroad. You’ll explore Earth’s natural systems – its physical, chemical and biological interactions – and use this knowledge to develop strategies for tackling major environmental issues such as climate change and pollution. In your third year, you will be able to further your studies at one of our partner universities overseas. International tuition fees are £30,650 per year, home/UK fees are £9,790 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 90% student satisfaction rating, a 86% continuation rate, and 90% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Environmental Systems and Processes
Ecology and Biodiversity
Atmospheric Science and Climate Change
Environmental Chemistry and Pollution
Soil Science and Land Management
Environmental Impact Assessment
Research Methods in Environmental Science
Global Environmental Issues and Solutions
UCAS Code:F853
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | BBB One of Maths, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Geography, Environmental Science or Geology required at grade B. |
| International Baccalaureate | 30 points Maths/Physics/Chemistry/Biology/Geography/Environmental Studies/Geology required at grade 5 at Higher Level |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 69 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£30,650
per year
Total Course Cost (4 years)£122,600
Home Student Fee
£9,790
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — University of Reading
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £26,500 | £28,000 | £30,000 |
| 3 years | £21,000 | £26,000 | £29,500 |
| 5 years | £24,000 | £31,000 | £34,500 |
UK subject average: £27,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation▼ Close to UK average salary
This course
£26,000
UK average
£27,000
Salary 5 years after graduation▲ 15% above UK average salary
This course
£31,000
UK average
£27,000
Salary trend: ↑ up £5,000 from year 3 to year 5
Indicative Data
Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH26-01-04 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
80%Working
10%Studying
10%Work & Study
Official Data
Graduate employment outcomes are sourced directly from Discover Uni for this specific course and provider. For full details, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
Student Satisfaction
Subject-level averageNational Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only
92%
Overall
Teaching on my course
97%Learning opportunities
90%Assessment and feedback
92%Academic support
97%Organisation and management
89%Learning resources
98%Student voice
81%Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
85%National Student Survey via Discover Uni.
Estimated Data
Source: Subject-level average for this provider
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