University of Keele
Environmental Science BSc (Hons)
University of Keele

Course modalities offered

Key Course Facts

Student Reviews

Below you can see course specific reviews of 15 graduates of Environmental Science BSc (Hons) and other courses in Environmental Sciences at University of Keele for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Environmental Sciences.

Overall student satisfaction
89 /100
15 total respondents

Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.

The NSS is commissioned by the Office for Students

Salary

Salary of Graduates in geography, earth and environmental studies

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
Median salary £24000 £23000 £27000
25-75 percentile range £22000 - £28000 £18500 - £26500 £22000 - £33000


Salary of all UK Graduates of geography, earth and environmental studies

  15 months after graduation 3 years after graduation 5 years after graduation
Median salary £24189 £22414 £26298
25-75 percentile range £21037 - £27771 £16897 - £27576 £20317 - £33339

Course Description

Combine scientific knowledge with an awareness of social, economic and ethical issues to address the system changes needed to tackle environment problems such as climate change. The subject-specific, practical and transferrable skills acquired on this course will enable you to drive positive environmental change within a wide variety of sectors.

Why choose this course?

  • Accredited by the Institution of Environmental Sciences (IES) and by the Institute of Environmental Management and Assessment (IEMA)
  • Top 20 in the UK for Geography and Environmental Studies (Guardian University League Table, 2022)
  • Applied learning opportunities embedded throughout the curriculum
  • No prior knowledge of A level Biology, Chemistry or Geography is required
  • Enhance your employability with our study abroad and work placement options

The world is under huge environmental threat. From global warming to loss of biodiversity - we need to find solutions to counter the devastating impact humans are having on the planet.

Our accredited Environmental Science BSc will enable you to explore the science behind the causes of environmental problems and to gain an awareness of the social, economic and ethical issues that underpin challenges such as water resource scarcity and conservation.

About Keele

Keele University was established in 1949 by the former Vice-Chancellor of Oxford University. Founded to meet the needs of a changing world, Keele has always had a pioneering vision to be a different kind of university.

We excel in both teaching and research, with some of the most satisfied students in England, and research that is changing lives for the better at a regional, national and global level.

Our beautiful 600-acre campus is one of the biggest in Britain – but all the most important services and facilities are on your doorstep, with accommodation, teaching spaces, facilities including a medical centre, sports centre and pharmacy, and a range of shops, eateries and entertainment venues – including the Students’ Union – clustered around the centre.

Accredited by the Institution of Environmental Sciences (IES) for the purpose of eligibility to apply for associate membership.

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.

Current jobs

Required skill level of job after 15 months

Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)

Example below based on all graduates of Environmental Science BSc (Hons) at University of Keele

30% Media Professionals
10% Elementary occupations
10% Sales occupations
5% Welfare and housing associate professionals
5% Teaching Professionals
5% Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation
5% Teaching and Childcare Associate Professionals
5% Caring personal services
5% Secretarial and related occupations
5% Customer service occupations

Grading & Study Time

Grading Distribution

Students of the course received the following grades

Entry Requirements / Admissions

UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course

Requirements for international students / English requirements

IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)

    • 6.5
    • All Degrees
Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study Environmental Science, BSc (Hons), if you do not meet the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements.

Costs

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)
  • year 2

University Rankings

Positions of University of Keele in top UK and global rankings.

Rankings of University of Keele in related subject specific rankings.

Social Studies & Humanities

    • #42 
    • #301 
    Social Sciences
    THE World University Rankings by Subject
    [Published 26 October, 2022]

See all 26 university rankings of University of Keele

About University of Keele

Established in 1949, Keele University is located in the rural setting of the large town of Newcastle under Lyme. The university’s facilities are all within walking distance from the centre of campus, including Union Square where students can find a Pharmacy, the Library, and even a student Post Office. Students can choose between an impressive selection of courses at both the Undergraduate and Postgraduate level, as well as between five different modern and spacious residence halls.

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Student composition of University of Keele

undergraduates:
8360
postgraduates:
1545
Total:
9905
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