ObjectivesClimate change and other human impacts on the environment such as pollution, deforestation and flooding are constantly in the news, and their effects are likely to increase as the world population grows and human demands for resources increase. The environmental biology degree considers how organisms and communities interact with their environment, and how these interactions are affected by human activities. Furthermore we explore ways in which human impacts on the environment can be reduced, including the sustainable use of biological resources, and the development of environmental biotechnologies.
Entry requirementsGeneral university admissions requirements All applicants must possess a minimum level of competence in English Language and in Mathematics or a Science. A pass at Grade C or above in GCSE English Language and in Mathematics or a Science, or an equivalent qualification, fulfils this requirement. For some courses, requirements are above this University minimum, so you should check the relevant course-specific entry requirements in our hard copy prospectus which you can order online or browse on our online directory. We usually ask for candidates to show a broad base of study at GCSE level (or equivalent) with passes in at least five subjects from a range of disciplines.
Academic titleBSc Environmental Biology
Course descriptionBSc Environmental Biology
Programme
Year One
-Biological Sciences modules (topics covered include proteins, genes and genetics, physiology and metabolism, microbiology/virology and biostatistics)
-Environmental Biology, Laboratory and Field Classes for Environmental Biology
-Chemistry for Biological Sciences, except for entrants with A level chemistry, who may take an option from Quantitative Biology; Animal and Plant Biology; Psychology; Computer Programming; a Language.
Year Two
-Ecology and its Application, Evolution, Understanding and Exploiting Biodiversity, Molecular Plant Development, Environmental Modelling, Bioscience and Society, Environmental Biology Assesments, Laboratories and Field Classes
-Two from Biological Oceanography, Ecological Principles and Processes, Bacterial Diversity and Metabolism, Environmental Health Microbiology, Transgenic Technology and its Applications. A further 3 modules from Biological Sciences options.
Year Three
-Environmental Science and Management, Climate Change and Ecosystem Services, Environmental Microbiology and Interactions, Bioenergy and Biorefining, Assessments and Laboratories, Research Project
-Two from Biological Clocks, Environmental Control of Development, Molecular Analysis of Host Pathogen Interactions, or modules from other departments.