Environmental Science and Geography - BSc (Hons) drafted
| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2023-09-26 | 2023-06-01 |
| 2024-01-23 | 2023-10-16 |
Program Overview
Course overview
Choosing our combined honours in Environmental Science and Geography will allow you to develop skills and experience in two engaging and exciting subjects.
Our accredited programme will enable you to integrate scientific knowledge with an awareness of social, economic and ethical issues, to tackle key environmental challenges such as climate change, sustainability, food security and conservation.
In Environmental Science you will explore the ecology, geology and chemistry disciplines that underpin the subject. You will develop an awareness of the nature, causes and scope of environmental, ecological and sustainability challenges and develop your professional skills in areas including fieldwork, programming and statistics.
The geography component of this programme will enable you to explore a variety of topics in physical geography. Our focus on climate change, global responsibility, sustainability, and the application of professional geographical skills to real-world situations will prepare you for a wide range of careers and for life as a responsible global citizen.
Building on the knowledge you have learnt in both subjects, you will progress to explore advanced topics in your second and third years of study. The programme will culminate with the opportunity to unleash your creativity and apply the techniques you have acquired throughout your studies by completing a final year dissertation in an appropriate area of environmental science or environment or sustainability.
Fieldwork
From mapping habitats to sampling waters, soils and invertebrates, fieldwork is embedded into core modules throughout your studies to ensure you graduate with key environmental science observation and interpretation skills. Field courses in the second year provide the opportunity to investigate environmental science and management issues and environmental change within an unfamiliar environment.
Fieldwork activities may include:
Learn from our campus - our own 'living laboratory'
Our unique 600-acre campus offers a fantastic experimentation environment to perform fieldwork, test new ideas and discover solutions to real-world problems. From our lake system and extensive woodlands to the mining and industrial heritage of the local area, there are many opportunities to study in an authentic environment whilst practicing sustainably.
Spend a year in industry
In an increasingly competitive job market, employers are seeking to recruit employees who have high-level knowledge, skills and an understanding of the workplace. Between years two and three of your degree, you can choose to spend a year gaining practical experience. This will benefit you by providing familiarisation with the professional working environment and the opportunity to apply the skills and theories you have learnt. Please note, if you wish to undertake a placement year you will be required to choose an opportunity aligned to either Environmental Science or Geography.
Study abroad
In between years two and three of your degree, you can choose to spend an additional year studying abroad. This exciting opportunity enables you to understand your field from different cultural perspectives and to establish international networks. It also shows you have the personal attributes to embrace new experiences which can enhance your employability. We offer exchange opportunities with a wide variety of partner institutions.
Student support
We offer a multi layered student support structure to help you meet your academic and personal needs. Our open-door policy enables you to engage with us directly, meaning you can seek support, gain feedback or discuss any matters related to your course on a regular basis. You will have the guidance of an academic mentor throughout your studies and access to Keele's Student Experience and Support team.
Societies
We have a wealth of student-led societies which cover a diverse range of interests. Joining a society related to environmental science is a great opportunity to continue to develop your skills away from your studies. This is another excellent way of demonstrating your genuine interest for the area and can be beneficial when it comes to applying for graduate roles.
Related Courses
Environmental Science is available as either a Single Honours or Combined Honours degree.
If you're interested in the Combined Honours route through Environmental Science, you may also consider taking Environmental Science through our BSc/MSci Natural Sciences programme.
This allows you to combine your interests in environmental science, multiple additional sciences, and interdisciplinary practice within the structure of a Single Honours degree programme.
Program Outline
Modules
Modules for Environmental Science AND Geography
The module details given below are indicative, they are intended to provide you with an idea of the range of subjects that are taught to our current students. The modules that will be available for you to study in future years are prone to change as we regularly review our teaching to ensure that it is up-to-date and informed by the latest research and teaching methods, as well as student voice. The information presented is therefore not intended to be construed and/or relied upon as a definitive list of the modules available in any given year.
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Year one modules
Compulsory modules
Year two modules
Compulsory modules
Optional modules
Year three modules
Optional modules
Year four modules
Your future career
95% of our students are in employment or further study within 15 months of finishing their studies (HESA Graduate Outcomes, 2019/20)
You will graduate with broad subject knowledge that crosses the traditional natural science-social science divide, real-life practical experience and a variety of key transferrable skills.
Key transferable skills include:
Careers related to your degree include:
Please note you may need to take further postgraduate study to enter some of the professions listed above.
Enhance your employability
Keele’s Careers and Employability team (Shortlisted for Best University Careers Employment Service - National Undergraduate Employability Awards, 2021), offers a variety of personal and career development opportunities to enhance your employability. From mock interviews, careers guidance and CV advice, to careers fairs, alumni mentoring and networking events, along with helping you find part-time and graduate employment - the team will support you throughout your studies and beyond.
Find out more about our careers and employability services, including career planning, alumni mentoring, jobs, internships, starting your own business and much more.
Teaching, learning and assessment
Teaching
In the School of Geography, Geology and the Environment we offer a personalised learning experience, where you can feel part of a community. Our small class sizes will enable you to gain individual attention from your lecturers, forge close connections with other students and study in a focused environment.
To ensure you receive a high-quality learning experience, teaching will be delivered through a diverse range of methods. Some classes are taught in workshop format integrating both lecture and practical material. Fieldwork provides a deep, immersive learning experience that puts geological processes and their products into their four-dimensional context. Methods of teaching may include:
Assessments
The programme includes a range of assessments to develop both academic and employability skills. These may include: