Environmental Science

Environmental scientists are essential to tackling the most pressing environmental challenges of our time. From extreme weather events and climate change to green energy. By choosing to do a degree in environmental science, you will embark on an exciting and vital exploration of natural environments. You will study the atmosphere, aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems, and the biosphere, with opportunities to see first-hand the real-world impacts of environmental events and processes. You will be well-placed to step into a rewarding career considering the challenges we face now, and those of the future.

What to expect
Our four-year MSci Hons Environmental Science degree begins by building your understanding of key environmental themes such as weather and climate, hydrology and flood risks.

In Year 2, you will build on these themes, exploring more advanced topics in biogeochemistry, ecology, and soil science.

In Year 3, you will have a choice of topics and will apply your knowledge to a dissertation project. This will be an opportunity to research a topic of interest through fieldwork, laboratory-based research, or computer modelling.

Master’s-level training
You can advance your degree in Year 4 by studying Master’s modules and undertaking a major research project. This project will be supervised by an active researcher.

Getting out in the field
Alongside your classroom and lab-based studies, you will gain hands-on experience conducting research in real-world environments to understand how local, regional, and global actions impact the world. You may take part in exciting fieldwork opportunities in the UK and overseas, from learning about hydrological processes to the management of alpine environments. On top of that, you will engage in fieldwork closer to home in the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales.

Personal development
Throughout your degree, you will gain a variety of transferable skills that are valued by employers, including communication and information technology skills, data handling, visualisation, environmental sampling, and analysis.

3 things our Environmental Science students want you to know:

• There’s no better way to understand environmental science than by learning on location and there are plenty of opportunities to do this! You will take a hands-on approach to studying the environment

• Lancaster’s environmental science staff are internationally renowned academics and researchers whom you will get to work alongside in state-of-the-art laboratories. You will also be assigned an academic tutor who will be your first point of contact for support on your course

• The theme of sustainability is woven throughout the degree and life on campus. Many students are part of LUSU Green, a group run by the Students’ Union that is driving change across the campus and beyond to create a thriving natural environment, reduce carbon emissions, and train the sustainability leaders of the future

Important Information
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