BSc Environmental Earth Sciences with a Year Abroad
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This course is for 2014 Entry.
Environmental Earth Sciences takes an integrated approach to studying the solid Earth. There are no fixed boundaries between the solid Earth and its environment
Students explore the inter-relationships between the solid Earth and all aspects of its environment, including political, economic and social issues. Conventional subject boundaries are broken to give you an integrated education. You will use principles of geology, physical geography, chemistry, biology, maths and social science, to investigate how the solid Earth affects human society and how human society impacts on the solid Earth. Graduates in Environmental Earth Sciences from UEA are in great deman…
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This course is for 2014 Entry.
Environmental Earth Sciences takes an integrated approach to studying the solid Earth. There are no fixed boundaries between the solid Earth and its environment
Students explore the inter-relationships between the solid Earth
and all aspects of its environment, including political, economic
and social issues. Conventional subject boundaries are broken to
give you an integrated education. You will use principles of
geology, physical geography, chemistry, biology, maths and social
science, to investigate how the solid Earth affects human society
and how human society impacts on the solid Earth. Graduates in
Environmental Earth Sciences from UEA are in great demand from
industry because of the high esteem in which the School of
Environmental Sciences is held in the wider geosciences community
and for the levels of laboratory, field and transferable skills
acquired during the course.
The Year in Europe programme involves four years of study with the
first two years at UEA following the BSc Environmental Earth
Sciences programme. The third year is spent at a University abroad.
You return for your fourth year to UEA and complete the final year
modules from the BSc Environmental Earth Sciences.
Because the degree programme is taught within the School of
Environmental Sciences you will be able to choose a very flexible
path of study. The degree programme is designed to give you a solid
foundation to your chosen career. The first year ensures you have
the necessary building blocks to choose effectively from the wide
range of courses on offer in the second and third years. The first
year will also introduce you to a range of subjects you are
unlikely to have come across until now.
Study Environmental Earth Sciences at UEA and find out the
answers to the following questions and many more...
· What is plate tectonics?
· How do deep sea trenches form?
· How has sea level changed with time?
· How do beaches form?
· What causes the topography of the ocean floor?
· How do rivers, wind and ice sculpt hills and valleys?
· How do the oceans and atmosphere interact?
· How is Earth's weather produced?
· What can we learn from the geological record?
· How do rocks differ from each other?
· What happens during an earthquake?
· Why use coastal defences?
· How quickly do continents move?
· What happens to the Earth during a meteorite impact?
· Can we minimise the risks of flooding?
· What happens inside an erupting volcano?
Field Course Options
Field courses and practical classes are essential in training the
environmental earth science students. You will be introduced to
many different geological environments and learn a variety of
practical techniques using specialist equipment through the wide
range of field courses available.
This pathway is also accredited by the Geological Society of
London, as a first degree that offers sound training for a
professional career in the geosciences and which satisfies their
academic requirements of Fellowship and Chartered Geologist
status
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We welcome applications from students from all academic backgrounds. We require evidence of proficiency in English (including writing, speaking, listening and reading). Recognised English Language qualifications include:
- IELTS: 6. overall (minimum 5.5 in any component)
- TOEFL: Internet-based score of 78 overall (minimum 20 in Speaking component, 17 in Writing and Listening components and 18 in Reading components.
- PTE: 55 overall (minimum 51 in any component).
If you do not meet the University's entry requirements, our INTO Language Learning Centre offers a range of university preparation courses to help you develop the high level of academic and English skills necessary for successful undergraduate study.
InterviewsThe majority of candidates will not be called for an interview. However, for some students an interview will be requested. These are normally quite informal and generally cover topics such as your current studies, reasons for choosing the course and your personal interests and extra-curricular activities.
Gap YearWe welcome applications from students who have already taken or intend to take a gap year, believing that a year between school and university can be of substantial benefit. You are advised to indicate your reason for wishing to defer entry and may wish to contact the appropriate Admissions Office directly to discuss this further.
Special Entry RequirementsApplicants are asked to have at least one science based A2-level
or equivalent. Acceptable science subjects include: Biology,
Chemistry, Environmental Science, Geography, Geology, Mathematics,
Physics.
General Studies and Critical Thinking are not accepted.
The School's annual intake is in September of each year.
Alternative QualificationsWe encourage you to apply if you have alternative qualifications
equivalent to our stated entry requirement. Please contact us for
further information.
Pass Access to HE Diploma with Distinction in 45 credits at Level
3, including 12 Level 3 Science credits.
Students are required to have Mathematics and English at minimum of Grade C or above at GCSE Level.
Environmental science is a rapidly progressing, vibrant and exciting field of study with excellent career prospects in the UK and beyond.
Environmental Science is a modern scientific discipline that will have a profound effect on human society as environmental concerns become paramount at the beginning of the 21st century.
A human population of over 6 billion demands energy, transport, and technology, while climate change threatens the security of the most vulnerable peoples on the planet. Management of pollution and waste is essential to protect human health. Global environment change is eroding the planets biological diversity. Natural hazards threaten infrequent but catastrophic disasters.
Solving these urgent problems requires the expertise of trained environmental scientists. In ENV you will be trained to understand the complex interactions of human society with the bio-geosphere and to provide solutions for enhanced industry and sustainable economies. Inter-disciplinary scientists are needed to communicate the solutions and influence policy at local, national and global scales.
Volcanology, seismology, ecology, conservation, meteorology, oceanography, environmental economics, environmental politics, geochemistry, soil science, climate change and energy resources are just a few of the subjects you could study. Whether you choose to study a broad range of the environmental sciences or specialise in one field, you can be sure that your degree will be challenging and inspiring from beginning to end.
In the 2012 National Student Survey, the School of Environmental Sciences at UEA gained a 96% satisfaction rate, putting the department at joint 5th in the UK, above universities like Southampton and Exeter. Teaching was a particular highlight of the survey, and as a School, Environmental Sciences came in joint 2nd with a rating of 97% satisfaction.
UniStats Information Fees and Funding Undergraduate University FeesWe are committed to ensuring that Tuition Fees do not act as a barrier to those aspiring to come to a world leading university and have developed a funding package to reward those with excellent qualifications and assist those from lower income backgrounds. Full time UK/EU students starting an undergraduate degree course in 2013 will be charged a tuition fee of £9,000. The level of fee may be subject to yearly increases. Full time International students starting an undergraduate degree course in 2013 will be charged a tuition fee of £14,400. The level of fee may be subject to yearly increases.
Year Abroad FeesFor Home/EU students opting for a Year Abroad the tuition fee is currently £1,350. The Year Abroad tuition fee will be subject to an annual increase. International Students are required to pay 25% of their annual tuition fee to UEA during their year Abroad and will be calculated based on the current tuition fee for that year.
Scholarships and BursariesHome/EU - The University of East Anglia offers a range of Bursaries and Scholarships. To check if you are eligible please visit http://www.uea.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/finance/university-financial-support
International Students - The University offers around £1 million of Scholarships each year to support International students in their studies. Scholarships are normally awarded to students on the basis of academic merit and are usually for the duration of the period of study. Our University international pages gives you more details about preparation for studying with us, including Fees and Funding http://www.uea.ac.uk/international
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