Study Environmental Science at a global University in 2018

Study Environmental Science at an outstanding global university. Learn more about how you can be part of our community at Birmingham.

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A degree in Environmental Science from Birmingham won’t just lead to a job – it will take you to a career in which you can make a real difference to global environmental challenges.

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The programmes, which provides plenty of choice and flexibility, are designed around three key themes - understanding environmental processes and systems; investigating changes and impacts; and enabling their prediction and mitigation.

Our programmes are accredited by the Institution of Environmental Sciences (IES).

Fieldwork

Fieldwork is an essential element of our Environmental Science degree programme, and here at Birmingham we have an outstanding reputation for providing students with high quality field training. The costs of travel and accommodation on all compulsory field courses will be covered by the University.

Recent fieldwork destinations have included The Peak District, Wales and Tenerife.

See what's it's like on an Environmental Science fieldtrip in the Peak District.

Fieldwork: Geography and Environmental Sciences - University of Birmingham

Why Birmingham?

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Join our community of over 5000 international students from 150 countries worldwide. 

It's an exciting time to join us, here are just a few reasons why we think Birmingham is the right choice for you:

  • Accreditation – Our programmes are accredited by the Institution of Environmental Sciences (IES) highlighting our academic excellence and our programmes’ professional relevance and applicability to the workplace.
  • Facilities – State-of-the-art laboratories including an ‘eco lab’ for the study of river systems, soon to open its doors.
  • Research projects - we have extensive links with industry including Public Health England, the Environment Agency and the Wildlife Trusts. These links provide opportunities for our students’ individual research projects.
  • We are undergoing a £500 million campus redevelopment programme including a new library and sports centre.

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