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Environmental Science

Msci (Hon) · 4 Years · Full-time · 21/09/2026 · UndergraduateUniversity of Exeter - Penryn Campus, Cornwall

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2026-2027
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Course summary

  • Our MSci provides an opportunity to work on a project focused on a specialised areas of environmental practice or academic research

  • Learn the science behind Earth’s amazing complexity and its environmental processes

  • Take a hands-on approach to the collection and analysis of environmental data in the field and laboratory

  • You will develop a wide range of practical skills to increase your employability, from working with satellite data and using Geographical Information Systems (GIS) to guide real-world environmental decision making

  • Learn practical and theoretical insights from inspirational, world-leading research experts in a range of environmental disciplines and benefit from exposure to research through the programme’s close relationship with our Environment and Sustainability Institute (ESI) on the Penryn Campus

To learn more about modules, assessment methods, facilities and our staff research expertise please visit our course page.

Modules

For a full list of modules please visit our course page.

Assessment method

Please visit our course page for current assessment methods.

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • University of Exeter - Penryn Campus, Cornwall

Study options

  • Msci (Hon) • Full-time • 4 Years

Start dates

  • 21/09/2026

Apply by
14 January

This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.

Application codes

Course code:
F751
Institution code:
E84
Campus name:
University of Exeter - Penryn Campus, Cornwall
Campus Code:
C
Points of Entry:
Year 1

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How to apply

Apply by
14 January

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:
F751
Institution code:
E84
Campus name:
University of Exeter - Penryn Campus, Cornwall
Campus Code:
C

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

International applicants

Our International Student Support can help you with what you need to do before you arrive and when you get here as a new international student. They offer ongoing support throughout your studies whether that be setting up a bank account or arranging healthcare. Our Global Chums Buddy Scheme and our Intercultural Cafe provide opportunities to meet staff and connect with students. ISC University of Exeter provide pre-sessional English courses for international students as well as free insessional support.
For more information about entry requirements, bursaries and scholarships please visit our course page.

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

UCAS Tariff - Not accepted

A level - AAB - ABB

Excluding General Studies. Grade B in one of the following Science subjects required: Biology/Human Biology, Chemistry, Computing, Design and Technology, Economics, Electronics, Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, Geography, Geology, Life and Health Sciences (Double Award only), Marine Science, Maths/Pure Maths/Further Maths, Nutrition and Food Science, Physical Education, Physics, Psychology, Science (applied), Sport Science, Statistics.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DDD - DDM

Applicants studying one of the following subject areas in either the BTEC Extended Diploma, Diploma or Extended Certificate will be considered without GCE AL Science: Applied Human Biology, Applied Psychology, Applied Human Biology Applicants studying one of the following BTEC Extended Diplomas will be considered without GCE AL requirements: Applied Science, Countryside Management, Environmental Sustainability

Access to HE Diploma - D: 24 credits M: 21 credits

Pass the Access to HE Diploma with 24 L3 credits at Distinction grade and 21 L3 credits at Merit grade. To include 12 L3 credits at Merit grade in one of the following subject areas: Biology/Human Biology, Chemistry, Computing, Design and Technology, Electronics, Environmental Studies, Geography, Geology, Life and Health Sciences (Double Award only), Marine Science, Maths/Pure Maths/Further Maths, Physical Education, Physics, Psychology, Science (applied), Sport Science, Statistics. Please also see our GCSE requirements.

Scottish Higher - AAABB - AABBB

Grade B in one of the following Science subjects required: Biology/Human Biology, Chemistry, Computing, Design and Technology, Electronics, Environmental Studies, Geography, Geology, Life and Health Sciences (Double Award only), Marine Science, Maths/Pure Maths/Further Maths, Physical Education, Physics, Psychology, Science (applied), Sport Science, Statistics.

Scottish Advanced Higher - ABB - BBB

Grade B in one of the following Science subjects required: Biology/Human Biology, Chemistry, Computing, Design and Technology, Electronics, Environmental Studies, Geography, Geology, Life and Health Sciences (Double Award only), Marine Science, Maths/Pure Maths/Further Maths, Physical Education, Physics, Psychology, Science (applied), Sport Science, Statistics.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 34 - 32 points

Applicants will be considered with IB 32-34 OR 665 or 655 in three Higher Level subjects. All applicants will be required to have HL Grade 5 in one of the following subjects: Biology/Human Biology, Chemistry, Computing, Design and Technology, Electronics, Environmental Studies, Geography, Geology, Life and Health Sciences (Double Award only), Marine Science, Maths/Pure Maths (Analysis and Approaches OR Applications and Interpretations)/Further Maths, Physical Education, Physics, Psychology, Science (applied), Sport Science, Statistics.

English language requirements

GCSE English Language with a minimum pass of Grade C or 4.

For further details on our English Language requirements please visit our website. http://www.exeter.ac.uk/undergraduate/applications/entry/#english-language

Contextual admissions

Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.

This tool provides a broad indication on entry information. When considering applicants at Exeter there are additional specific individual considerations taken into account. This includes eligibility for contextual offers, extenuating circumstances, whether applicants fall within UK or international targets, or whether they’ve applied for a capped programme or group. Please also make sure to check for specific subject requirements on our website www.exeter.ac.uk/study/undergraduate

Learn more on the University of Exeter website

Historical entry grades data BETA

This section shows the range of grades students (with UK A-Levels or Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas) who received offers were previously accepted with (learn more). It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place. Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.

Data from:
This course and 6 other environmental sciences courses
Date range:
2022-2024

Grades held by accepted students

For University of Exeter, the top and bottom 5% of student grades have been removed from these calculations. This change helps to remove any extraordinary circumstances that could impact the data. Learn more here .
AAB Most common
  1. A*A*A
  2. Highest grades
  3. BCC
  4. Lowest grades

Offer rate for UK school & college leavers

94% Students aged 17/18 who applied to this course were offered a place.

This course has a required grade that may not be listed in the data. Check the entry requirements for the full qualification requirements.

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Student Outcomes

Operated by the Office for Students

70 Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)

90 Go onto work and study

The number of student respondents and response rates can be important in interpreting the data – it is important to note your experience may be different from theirs. This data will be based on the subject area rather than the specific course. Read more about this data on the Discover Uni website.

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

LocationFeeYear
England£9790Year 1
Northern Ireland£9790Year 1
Scotland£9790Year 1
Wales£9790Year 1
Channel Islands£9790Year 1
EU£31200Year 1
International£31200Year 1

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.

Additional fee information

For full details regarding tuition fee and other costings, see: http://www.exeter.ac.uk/undergraduate/money/fees/

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