Environmental Geoscience BSc (Hons)
Durham University
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 45 graduates of Environmental Geoscience BSc (Hons) and other courses in Earth Sciences at Durham University for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Earth Sciences.
Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.
All Earth Sciences courses of Durham University
Salary
Salary of Graduates in Earth Sciences
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Earth Sciences at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £26500 | £28500 | £32500 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £23000 - £29500 | £22500 - £33000 | £25000 - £41500 |
All Earth Sciences courses of Durham University
Salary of all UK Graduates of Earth Sciences
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £24981 | £24496 | £28785 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £21491 - £29019 | £19181 - £30313 | £22339 - £36076 |
All Earth Sciences courses in the UK
Course Description
Environmental Geoscience is a topical and growing area of study as society increasingly acknowledges the risks of deteriorating environmental conditions to the planet and navigates solutions to protect its future. This BSc connects Earth’s resources with humanity’s response to some of today’s global challenges such as climate change, sustainability and pollution.
Our flexible degree puts you in control, giving you both the fundamentals and increased specialisation as you progress through the degree, allowing you to choose a pathway of most interest to you.
Combining academic excellence, cutting-edge research and links to industry, the course will equip you with the tools needed for employment in a range of sectors, including environmental management, water management, energy, mining and geotechnics, or for further study or research. The course has a special emphasis on employability and benefits from consultations with experts from the industry, including Amec, Atkins, the Environment Agency, English Nature and Mott MacDonald.
In the first year, you will develop a fundamental understanding of Earth sciences, mapping skills, remote sensing and data analysis. Year 2 specialises more in environmental aspects, during which you will develop your knowledge of laboratory techniques, sedimentology and climate. In Year 3, you will undertake a research dissertation and also experience working in small groups on an environmental management project of your choice.
You may be able to transfer to the four-year MSci degree in Earth Sciences at the end of your second year. The fourth year combines a bespoke research project in your specialism, with advanced modules designed to integrate your Earth Science knowledge for vocational and/or research applications. You can also apply to add a placement year or a year abroad to your degree, increasing the course from three years to four.
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
This particular course
Current jobs
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Required skill level of job after 15 months
All Earth Sciences courses of Durham University
Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Environmental Geoscience BSc (Hons) at Durham University
| 15% | Business, Research and Administrative Professionals |
| 15% | Elementary occupations |
| 15% | Welfare and housing associate professionals |
| 10% | Design occupations |
| 10% | Administrative occupations |
| 10% | Business and public service associate professionals |
| 5% | Sales occupations |
| 5% | Teaching Professionals |
| 5% | Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation |
| 5% | Artistic, literary and media occupations |
Grading & Study Time
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course
This particular course
Qualification requirements
M in T Level Health, Healthcare Science, or Science.
Including one in a relevant subject/science (80 UCAS tariff points)
31-30 overall or 665-655 in 3 HL subjects.
Our contextual offer for this programme is A level BBB/ABC (or equivalent, to include 2 science subjects at grade B or above). To find out if you’re eligible, please visit: https://www.durham.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/how-to-apply/what-happens-to-your-application/contextual-offers/
Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
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- 6.5
- All other courses
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- 4.5
- Foundation
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- 6.5
- Graduate Degrees
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- 6.5
- Undergraduate Degrees
Costs
Tuition Fees Environmental Geoscience BSc (Hons)
| Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
|---|---|---|
| EU | £27350 | year 1 |
| England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
| International | £27350 | year 1 |
Average student cost of living in the UK
| Rent | £518 |
| Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
| Supermarket shopping | £81 |
| Clothing | £35 |
| Eating out | £33 |
| Alcohol | £27 |
| Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
| Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
| Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
| Transport within city | £17 |
| Self-care / sports | £20 |
| Stationary / books | £13 |
| Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
| Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
| Insurance | £51 |
| Other | £95 |
| Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
University Rankings
Positions of Durham University in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of Durham University in related subject specific rankings.
Natural Sciences
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- #4
- #5
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- Geology
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CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
[Published 08 June, 2023]
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- #5
- #7
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- Geology
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The Times Good University Guide by Subject
[Published 15 September, 2023]
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- #8
- #46
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- Geology
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QS World University Rankings By Subject
[Published 22 March, 2023]
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- #9
- #60
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- Geology
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URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
[Published 22 July, 2023]
Social Studies & Humanities
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- #4
- #4
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- Geography
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GRAS Global Ranking of Academic Subjects - ShanghaiRanking
[Published 27 October, 2023]
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- #5
- #14
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- Geography
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QS World University Rankings By Subject
[Published 22 March, 2023]
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- #11
- #81
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- Social Sciences
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THE World University Rankings by Subject
[Published 19 October, 2023]
See all 38 university rankings of Durham University
About Durham University
Founded in 1832, Durham University (DU) is located in the cathedral city of Durham, North East England. DU takes pride in having numerous subject fields ranked among the best in the world according to QS, as well as having an exceptionally large course catalogue without compromising the quality that students can expect. Apart from the impressive academic opportunities on offer, students can also participate in numerous sports, music, and art-based extracurricular activities on-site.
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Student composition of Durham University
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Total number of students enrolled at Durham University by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 17140
- postgraduates:
- 4365
- Total:
- 21505
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Number of students enrolled in courses of subject “Environmental Geoscience”: Academic year - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
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| Program | University | Student satisfaction | Unemployed | Dropout | Tuition (UK) | Tuition (International) |  UCAS Tariff |
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Environmental Geoscience BSc (Hons) | University College London | - | - | - | £9250 | £35000 | - | London | On campus Full-time |
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Environmental Geoscience BSc (Hons) | Cardiff University | 88% | 5% | 10% | £9000 | £25450 £28200 | 126 | Cardiff | On campus Full-time |
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Environmental Geoscience BSc (Hons) | University of Bristol | - | 8% | 10% | £9250 | £29300 | 154 | Bristol | On campus Full-time |
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Environmental Geoscience BSc (Hons) | University of Exeter | 89% | 0% | 0% | £9250 | £29700 | 167 | Exeter | On campus Full-time |
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Environmental Geoscience BSc (Hons) | The University of Edinburgh | - | 5% | 5% | £9250 | £34800 | 193 | Edinburgh | On campus Full-time |
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Environmental Geoscience BSc (Hons) | Durham University | - | - | - | £9250 | £29500 | - | Durham | On campus Full-time |
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Environmental Geoscience with a Year of Study Abroad BSc (Hons) | Cardiff University | 88% | 5% | 3% | £9000 | £25450 £28200 | 125 | Cardiff | On campus Full-time |
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Geology (Environmental Geoscience) BSc (Hons) | University of Keele | 76% | 5% | 5% | - | - | 111 | Newcastle under Lyme | On campus Full-time |
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Environmental Geoscience BSc (Hons) | Swansea University | - | - | - | - | - | - | Swansea | On campus Full-time |
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Environmental Geoscience BSc (Hons) | Plymouth University | 86% | 2% | 7% | - | - | 113 | Plymouth | On campus Full-time |
Ranking publishers
The University League Tables
- Published:
- 08 June, 2023
The Times and The Sunday Times
- Published:
- 15 September, 2023
THE Times Higher Education, UK
- Published:
- 19 October, 2023
- Criteria used in ranking -THE World University Rankings by Subject:
- 37.4% Teaching (the Learning Environment)
37.6% Research (Volume, Income and Reputation)
15% Citations (Research Influence)
7.5% International Outlook (Staff, Students and Research)
2.5% Industry Income (Knowledge Transfer)
British Quacquarelli Symonds, UK
- Published:
- 22 March, 2023
- Criteria used in ranking -QS World University Rankings By Subject:
- Academic Reputation: 50%
Employer Reputation: 30%
Research Citations Per Paper: 10%
H-index: 10%
ShanghaiRanking Consultancy
- Published:
- 27 October, 2023
Urap
- Published:
- 22 July, 2023
