Environmental Science Msci (Hons)
The University of Nottingham
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 65 graduates of Environmental Science Msci (Hons) and other courses in Environmental Sciences at The University of Nottingham for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Environmental Sciences.
Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.
All Environmental Sciences courses of The University of Nottingham
Salary
Salary of Graduates in Environmental Sciences
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Environmental 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 | |
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Median salary | £29500 | £24500 | £29500 |
25-75 percentile range | £25000 - £33500 | £18000 - £32000 | £20000 - £37500 |
All Environmental Sciences courses of The University of Nottingham
Salary of all UK Graduates of Environmental Sciences
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £24189 | £22414 | £26298 |
25-75 percentile range | £21037 - £27771 | £16897 - £27576 | £20317 - £33339 |
All Environmental Sciences courses in the UK
Course Description
This integrated masters course advances your skills in environmental science research. You'll study how to write research proposals and how to communicate your research to a wider audience. You'll develop your project management skills and your grasp of analytical techniques. All of these are essential if you decide you'd like a research career.
Our course explores the relationship between humans and the environment. You'll develop the skills to tackle environmental problems such as biodiversity loss of species and help deliver a sustainable future.
We need scientists to respond to some of the biggest environmental challenges:
- climate change
- biodiversity loss of species and habitat
- environmental pollution
Study a wide range of subjects including geography and biology with the flexibility to specialise in your area of interest, such as:
- environmental impact assessment
- renewable energies
- environmental policy
- pollution monitoring
Alongside the theory and background, we'll teach you a lot of practical skills. You'll gain experience in surveying techniques commonly used as an environmental consultant, such as monitoring environmental pollutants. Day trips, field work and visits to local sites will include activities such as:
- bat surveys
- phase one habitat surveys
- sustainable homes
- renewable energy
- winter tree ID
Throughout your degree, you have the opportunity to choose from a range of additional options. You can apply to do these when you get here:
- Industry placement - you can add a year in industry between years two and three
- Study abroad - options include our Malaysia campus, Australia, Canada, or Europe
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.
All Environmental Sciences courses of The University of Nottingham
Current jobs
All courses of The University of Nottingham
Required skill level of job after 15 months
All Environmental Sciences courses of The University of Nottingham
Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Environmental Science Msci (Hons) at The University of Nottingham
25% | Welfare and housing associate professionals |
20% | Natural and social science professionals |
10% | Quality and Regulatory Professionals |
10% | Elementary occupations |
5% | Skilled trades occupations |
5% | Science, engineering and technology associate professionals |
5% | Business and public service associate professionals |
5% | Engineering professionals |
5% | Conservation and environment professionals |
Grading & Study Time
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course
This particular course
Qualification requirements
The Welsh Baccalaureate Skills Challenge Certificate will be accepted in lieu of one A Level at the A Level grades specified, excluding any subject specific requirements.
English language requirements
test | Grade | Additional Details |
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IELTS (Academic) | 6 | Minimum 55 in each element. |
TOEFL (iBT) | 80 | Minimum 17 in Writing and Listening; 18 in Reading and 20 in Speaking. |
PTE Academic | 65 | Minimum 59 in each element |
Costs
Tuition Fees Environmental Science Msci (Hons)
EU | £28600 | year 1 |
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England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
International | £28600 | year 1 |
Channel Islands | £9250 | 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.
How to apply
Application deadline:
January 1, 2025
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.
Possible Entry Points:
- year 1 (Default entry point)
University Rankings
Positions of The University of Nottingham in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of The University of Nottingham in related subject specific rankings.
Social Studies & Humanities
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- #16
- #38
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- Geography
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GRAS Global Ranking of Academic Subjects - ShanghaiRanking
[Published 27 October, 2023]
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- #20
- #101
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- Geography
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QS World University Rankings By Subject
[Published 22 March, 2023]
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- #21
- #126
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- Social Sciences
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THE World University Rankings by Subject
[Published 19 October, 2023]
See all 29 university rankings of The University of Nottingham
About The University of Nottingham
The University of Nottingham is a government funded research university based in Nottingham, England. Their aim is to become global leaders in education and research, cultivating a culture of curiosity and ambition. The university’s main campus is located approximately half an hour’s bus ride away from Nottingham city centre, which gives students the peace and quiet they need to study while not removing them completely from metropolitan comforts.
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Student composition of The University of Nottingham
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Total number of students enrolled at The University of Nottingham by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 27810
- postgraduates:
- 7620
- Total:
- 35430
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Number of students enrolled in courses of subject “Environmental Sciences”: Academic year - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
Where is this programme taught
Similar courses
Program | University | Student satisfaction | Unemployed | Dropout | Tuition (UK) | Tuition (International) | UCAS Tariff | City | ||
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Environmental Science MEnv | The University of Sheffield | 78% | 0% | 10% | £9250 | £25540 | 163 | Sheffield | On campus Full-time | |
Environmental Science MEnv | The University of York | 79% | 0% | 0% | £9250 | £28800 | 162 | York | On campus Full-time | |
International Business and Environmental Sustainability MA (Hons) | University of Dundee | - | - | - | £9250 | £20900 | - | Dundee | On campus Full-time | |
Environmental Sustainability and Geography MA (Hons) | University of Dundee | 81% | 5% | 0% | £9250 | £20900 | 166 | Dundee | On campus Full-time | |
Earth, Climate and Environmental Change Msci (Hons) | Royal Holloway, University of London | - | - | - | £9250 | £25200 | - | Egham | On campus Full-time | |
Environmental Sciences Msci (Hons) | University of East Anglia | 74% | 0% | 5% | £9250 | £26100 | 127 | Norwich | On campus Full-time | |
Environmental Science with a placement year MEnv | The University of York | - | 0% | 0% | £9250 | £28800 | 162 | York | On campus Full-time | |
Environmental Sustainability MA (Hons) | University of Dundee | 87% | 5% | 0% | £9250 | £20900 | 189 | Dundee | On campus Full-time | |
Environmental Sciences with a Year Abroad MSc | University of East Anglia | 74% | 0% | 5% | £9250 | £26100 | 127 | Norwich | On campus Full-time | |
Environmental Science Msci (Hons) | The University of Nottingham | 61% | 0% | 0% | £9250 | £28600 | 161 | Nottingham | On campus Full-time |
Ranking publishers
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