Our planet faces many pressing societal challenges. With a growing population, more and more people are affected by natural hazards such as earthquakes, volcanic eruptions and extreme weather. Space weather is also increasingly impacting the satellites we all rely on as a society. The climate emergency calls for sustainable exploration and the need for utilising the Earth’s resources to develop sustainable technologies that will combat the impact – from freshwater to minerals. On this course, you’ll develop fundamental expertise in the physics of the Earth, including ocean and atmospheric physics and the dynamics of the Earth’s and other planets’ interiors. You’ll apply this knowledge to find solutions to complex environmental challenges in areas like climate change, energy transition and hazard mitigation. You’ll be trained in data analysis, quantitative modelling and computer programming – all skills that are vital to tackling real-world environmental issues. To help further develop your skill set, we place a strong emphasis on practical, hands-on learning with a range of field trips throughout the course. As we move towards a greener, more sustainable future, it’s the skills and expertise you’ll learn on this course that will be invaluable to many industries and governments worldwide. **Why study at Leeds:** * Our [globally-renowned research](https://environment.leeds.ac.uk/see-research-innovation) that tackles complex global challenges such as climate change, energy security and natural hazard management feeds directly into your course and shapes what you learn at Leeds with the latest thinking. * Experience expert teaching delivered by a programme team made up of leading specialists with extensive industry experience from across the breadth of this field. * Put theory into practice by undertaking [fieldwork](https://environment.leeds.ac.uk/see-undergraduate/doc/fieldwork) activities, where you’ll advance your research skills and gain hands-on experience highly valued by employers in industry. * Access [specialist facilities](https://environment.leeds.ac.uk/see-undergraduate/doc/facilities-4), featuring extensive lab spaces, including our Earth Visualisation Lab, and computer clusters fully equipped with the latest technology to support your learning. * Enhance your career prospects and give your CV that competitive edge before you graduate with our exciting study abroad programmes and work placement opportunities. * Join one of our societies, such as [RocSoc](https://engage.luu.org.uk/groups/63Q/earth-sciences-rocsoc?utm_source=luuorguk&utm_campaign=clubsocpage/) or [SusSoc](https://engage.luu.org.uk/groups/7633H/sustainability-society-for-the-faculty-of-environment), where you can meet like-minded people at activities such as comedy and film nights, trips and sports. You could even be elected as a member of the committee, which is a great opportunity to develop your management and leadership skills.
A Level: AAB | AAB including Mathematics. Where an A-Level Science subject is taken, we require a pass in the practical science element, alongside the achievement of the A-Level at the stated grade. | Scottish Higher | AABBB overall with AB in 2 Advanced Highers (AH). For non-AH applicants AAAABB. To include Mathematics. | Access to HE Diploma: 30 UCAS points | Access to HE Diploma: 15 UCAS points | Access to HE Diploma | Pass 60 credits overall with 45 credits at Level 3, 30 credits with Distinction and the remaining 15 credits with Merit or above. The A2HE diploma must cover modules aligned with the subjects named in the A-level section. | GCSE/National 4/National 5 GCSE: English Language and Mathematics at grade 4 (C) or higher, or an equivalent English language and Mathematics qualification. We will accept Level 2 Functional Skills English instead of GCSE English. | International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme | 6,6,5 at higher level including Mathematics. | Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016): DDD | DDD in National Extended Diploma. We can also accept a combination of National Extended Certificates and A-levels. The BTEC, with or without combination A-levels, must cover modules aligned with the subjects named in the A-level section. Please contact the School's Undergraduate Admissions Team for more information. | Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017): H2H2H2H2H3H3 | AAAABB/H2H2H2H2H3H3 including Mathematics. | Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal: D3D3M2 | D3, D3, M2 including Mathematics.
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