About the course…
Are you interested in learning about the impact of human activity on our planet? Do you want to explore ways to halt or even reverse environmental damage? If so, consider joining a community of like-minded individuals by choosing A Level Environmental Science.
In this course, you will gain valuable insights into the connections between geographical and biological components of the environment. This scientific subject will not only provide you with answers but also inspire new questions. It’s
a perfect complement to subjects like Biology, Chemistry, and Geography. You will study essential topics such as sustainability, biological resources, pollution, and energy resources.
Why study with us…
- The course contains over twelve practical laboratory sessions and at least two days of fieldwork, practising techniques used by ecologists to investigate issues such as biodiversity.
- Environmental Science explores real-world issues, such as climate change and the pollution of our oceans. You will learn about actions we can take to tackle these environmental problems.
- The local landscape offers an excellent opportunity to explore diverse habitats and the management challenges that accompany them.
Where Environmental Science can take you…
Studying Environmental Science will equip you with knowledge in various fields, including ecology, wildlife conservation, environmental impact assessment, aquaculture, local government, town planning, geography, and earth sciences. This programme also opens the door to emerging areas of study such as ecotoxicology, climatology, geobiology, and marine biology.
Want to stay local? The University of Suffolk at East Coast College offers degree courses such as Conservation Science, allowing you to gain a degree on your doorstep. You can find out more at https://www.eastcoast.ac.uk/degrees/
Entry requirements…
- Must meet overall entry criteria for A Level study
- You will need a minimum grade 5 in GCSE Science and Maths
