Prepare for a sustainable future. Combining fieldwork with key aspects of Earth sciences, you will gain a deep understanding of how the planet works, from natural processes to environmental challenges, This programme equips you with the skills and knowledge to tackle global challenges, opening doors to exciting careers such as environmental protection, engineering and research. **Fieldwork –** Fieldwork is essential in our degree programmes, renowned for high-quality training. The University covers travel and accommodation costs for all compulsory field courses. **Research-led teaching –** Our world-leading research informs our programmes, taught by expert academics. REF ranks University of Birmingham 3rd in the UK for Earth Systems and Environmental Sciences. **Flexibility -** The varied module portfolio allows you to specialise in areas of interest, from natural hazards to climate change and hydrogeology. **Funding -** We will provide you with the basic field supplies that you will need for your degree program.
A Level: AAB | AAB Including 1 Required Science: Biology/ Chemistry/Computing/Electronics/Environmental Studies/Further Maths/Geography/Geology/Human Biology/Maths/Physics/ Psychology/Statistics/ PE Specified subjects excluded for entry: General Studies and Critical Thinking. | International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme: 32 UCAS points | 6,6,5 in Higher Level subjects plus 32 points overall. Including HL in 1 Required Science. | Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) | We welcome students studying BTEC qualifications as an alternative to A levels, and accept BTEC Extended Diploma, Diploma and Extended Certificate. Please contact us for further guidance. | Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015) | Accepted in place of a non-required A level with the equivalent grade. | Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal | Accepted in place of A levels with the following grade equivalencies: D2 = A*; D3 = A; M2 = B. Combinations of A levels and Principle subjects are accepted. NB required subjects must be offered (see A level Section)
The University will charge the maximum approved tuition fee per year. For the 2027 year of entry, we expect that the tuition fee for your first year of study will be £10,050. If Parliament agrees on an increase in tuition fees, the University will increase fees for each year of study normally in line with these changes and will communicate any change in the fees to you without delay. For details of the annual tuition fee for International Students please see the course web page listed in the 'course details' section above. If you are made an offer to study by the University, the yearly tuition fee will be stated in your offer letter. — 2027 provisional
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