This Pathway aims to train you in those areas of natural science (including chemistry, physics, biology, mathematics, geology, physical geography) that are used to understand natural and anthropogenic processes on the surface of the Earth, rivers, lakes, oceans and the atmosphere, as well as Earth’s internal processes, against the backdrop of environmental change.
*Please note: some field courses will incur additional costs and are subject to availability
Year One | Year Two | Year Three |
Mandatory modules |
Atmosphere, Weather and Climate |
Experimental Design and Analysis |
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Biogeochemical Cycles |
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Geology |
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Hydrology: Water in the Environment |
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The Earth's Interior |
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Optional modules |
Subject to A level portfolio, you may be required to replace one or more of the above modules with one or more of the following: |
Aquatic Biogeochemistry |
Climate and Society |
Introduction to Environmental Chemistry |
Atmospheric Science |
Dissertation |
Numerical Skills I |
Catchment Hydrology |
Dissertation with Work Placement |
Numerical Skills II |
Data Collection and Analysis |
Extended Essay |
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Energy, Economy and the Environment |
*Field Course in Devon - Hydrological Processes |
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Environmental Data Visualisation and Analysis |
Global Change and the Earth System |
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*Field Course in the Lake District - Environmental |
Hydrogeology |
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Soil Science |
The Causes and Consequences of Environmental Radioactivity |
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Water Resources Management |