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University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI) · Undergraduate
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UndergraduateBachelor of Science (with Honours)UCAS: F901
Environmental Science (with a year in industry)
University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI)Inverness, Scotland
5 yearsDuration
£16,950Per Year (Intl)
£26,000Avg. Graduate Salary
91%Satisfaction
Course Overview
The BSc (Hons) Environmental Science (with a year in industry) at University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI) is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about advancing human performance. Based in Inverness, Scotland, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 5-year full-time structure. Are you passionate about understanding the processes that shape all aspects of our natural environment? Would you like to spend a year of your studies in a supported industry placement, learning the practical applications of environmental science in real-time? Join our 5-year BSc (Hons) Environmental Science (with a year in industry), with amazing opportunities to pursue your specific interests via our Environmental Biology and Environmental Biotechnology pathways, and spend 1 year working alongside industry professionals, developing invaluable expertise, adding to your CV, and improving yo... International tuition fees are £16,950 per year, home/UK fees are £9,250 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with a median graduate salary of £17,000 within three years, a 90% continuation rate, and 85% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Environmental Ecology and Biodiversity
Biogeochemical Cycles and Earth Systems
Environmental Chemistry and Pollution
Field Methods and Data Analysis
Ecosystems Management and Conservation
Environmental Microbiology and Biotechnology
Research Methods and Professional Practice
Dissertation and Industry Application Project
UCAS Code:F901
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | BC These must include two science subjects, PLUS GCSE at grade C or above, or equivalent in a science subject. Please view our webpage for the list of recommended science subjects. |
| UCAS Points | 69 |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£16,950
per year
Total Course Cost (5 years)£84,750
Home Student Fee
£9,250
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 the Highlands and Islands (UHI)
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £21,000 | £26,000 | £30,000 |
| 3 years | £13,000 | £17,000 | £26,500 |
| 5 years | £15,500 | £24,000 | £31,500 |
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▼ 37% below UK average salary
This course
£17,000
UK average
£27,000
Salary 5 years after graduation▼ 11% below UK average salary
This course
£24,000
UK average
£27,000
Salary trend: ↑ up £7,000 from year 3 to year 5
Official Data
Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH26-01). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
55%Working
30%Studying
10%Work & Study
40%Professional Jobs
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 area averageNational Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only
87%
Overall
Teaching on my course
91%Learning opportunities
95%Assessment and feedback
82%Academic support
93%Organisation and management
73%Learning resources
95%Student voice
82%Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
80%National Student Survey via Discover Uni.
Official Data
Source: Subject-group average for this provider
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About University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI)
University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI) offers Environmental Science (with a year in industry) as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.
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