Environmental Science BSc (Hons)
University of the Highlands and Islands
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 25 graduates of Environmental Science BSc (Hons) and other courses in geography, earth and environmental studies at University of the Highlands and Islands for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in geography, earth and environmental studies.
Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.
All geography, earth and environmental studies courses of University of the Highlands and Islands
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 geography, earth and environmental studies 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 | £24000 | £22000 | £26000 |
25-75 percentile range | £22000 - £27000 | £14000 - £25000 | £13500 - £28500 |
All geography, earth and environmental studies courses of University of the Highlands and Islands
Salary of all UK Graduates of geography, earth and environmental studies
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 geography, earth and environmental studies courses in the UK
Course Description
Are you fascinated by the processes that shape our natural environment? Do you want to influence the response to challenges faced by society on local, national, and global scales?
With environmental issues under scrutiny and solutions in high demand, you won’t find a better classroom than the Highlands and Islands of Scotland. One of the world’s best ‘living laboratories’, immerse yourself in the spectacular natural habitats of the Scottish Highlands, and develop key field skills on annual residential modules at locations throughout the region. Study subjects such as data collection and analysis, biodiversity, lab skills, conservation, freshwater and marine environments, climate change, science and society, sustainable energy and waste minimisation, and conservation of biodiversity. Develop your skills in problem-solving, construct scientific, ethical, and philosophical arguments, gather, analyse, and report on complex environmental data, and refine your written, verbal, numerical, and IT skills on this thoughtfully created programme. Careers in this field are varied and progressive - move into roles that interest you most, in areas and organisations such as Scottish Natural Heritage, Scottish Environmental Protection Agency, Forestry Commission, local authorities, environmental consultancy, NGOs, and charities.
Please note that UHI North Highland, UHI Outer Hebrides and UHI West Highland have changed their names to become UHI North, West and Hebrides. This will not impact on your choice of course or how and where you will study.
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 University of the Highlands and Islands
Current jobs
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Required skill level of job after 15 months
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Environmental Science BSc (Hons) at University of the Highlands and Islands
15% | Science, engineering and technology associate professionals |
15% | Elementary occupations |
15% | Teaching Professionals |
15% | Administrative occupations |
5% | Information Technology Professionals |
5% | Sports and fitness occupations |
5% | Business and public service associate professionals |
5% | Media Professionals |
5% | Sales occupations |
5% | Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation |
Grading & Study Time
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for geography, earth and environmental studies
All geography, earth and environmental studies courses of University of the Highlands and Islands
English language requirements
test | Grade | Additional Details |
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IELTS (Academic) | 6 | with no element below 5.5 |
PTE Academic | 58 | 58 average with 51 in each component |
TOEFL (iBT) | 80 | Min 80 or above with min 18 in each section |
Costs
Tuition Fees Environmental Science BSc (Hons)
Scotland | £1820 | year 1 |
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England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
EU | £15360 | year 1 |
International | £15360 | year 1 |
Scotland | £1820 | year 1 |
England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
EU | £15996 | year 1 |
International | £15996 | year 1 |
Additional fee information
For course specific fees information please refer to the Fees/funding tab on the university website course page.
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
- year 3
About University of the Highlands and Islands
The University of the Highlands and Islands offers their students the opportunity to study at one of their 13 colleges or research centres. For those who don’t have the freedom to enrol themselves in full-time education, this university also offers a series of options on a flexible Part-time or Online basis. With that said, 7 out of their 13 institutions offer a Childcare service, which is useful for enabling parents to pursue their degrees. When it comes to research activity, the University of the Highlands and Islands’ main focus is on Engineering, Humanities, Society, and Health Science.
Where is this programme taught
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