There has never been a greater need for scientists who understand how the Earth system functions and responds to human activities. You'll learn how to apply this knowledge in the broader social and economic context of managing the environment to ensure a sustainable future. Research-led teaching with a multidisciplinary focus will provide you with the knowledge and skills needed to address complex environmental problems such as climate change, air pollution and energy transitions.
A Level: ABB | Essential Subjects: A Level in two of the following Science subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Studies, Geography, Geology, Life and Health Sciences, Mathematics, Physics or Psychology are essential. | T Level: D | Distinction overall in following T Level subjects: Science | Scottish Higher | Please use the course link below for more details on Scottish entry requirements. | Access to HE Diploma: 30 UCAS points | Access to HE Diploma: 15 UCAS points | Access to HE Diploma | Pass Access to HE Diploma with 30 credits at Distinction and 15 at Merit or higher including Science-related units. | Scottish Advanced Higher | Please use the course link below for more details on Scottish entry requirements. | Extended Project: C | If you achieve C or higher in your EPQ, you may be eligible for an alternative offer up to one A Level grade (or equivalent) below our typical offer. | International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme: 34 UCAS points | With 5 in Higher Level in two of the following Science subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Systems and Societies, Geography, Mathematics, Physics or Psychology. | WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales: {'start': ['A'], 'end': ['B']} | We will consider this qualification alongside or in combination with A Levels or other qualifications, as equivalent to one A Level. | Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016): DDM | We consider a range of BTEC qualifications equivalent to 3 A Levels, or in combination with A Levels or other qualifications. A Levels in two of the following Science subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Studies, Geography, Geology, Life and Health Sciences, Mathematics, Physics or Psychology (or equivalent qualification) at grade B are essential. We may also consider relevant units in your BTEC as A Level Science equivalent. | OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma: DDM | We consider a range of OCR qualifications equivalent to 3 A Levels, or in combination with A Levels or other qualifications. A Levels in two of the following Science subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Studies, Geography, Geology, Life and Health Sciences, Mathematics, Physics or Psychology (or equivalent qualification) at grade B are essential. We may also consider relevant units in your OCR Cambridge Technical as A Level Science equivalent. | OCR Cambridge Technical Diploma: DD | Plus B in A Level. Essential Subjects: Two of the following Science subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Studies, Geography, Geology, Life and Health Sciences, Mathematics, Physics or Psychology are essential. | OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Certificate: D | Plus AB in A Level. Essential Subjects: Two of the following Science subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Studies, Geography, Geology, Life and Health Sciences, Mathematics, Physics or Psychology are essential. | Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016): DD | Plus B in A Level. Essential Subjects: Two of the following Science subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Studies, Geography, Geology, Life and Health Sciences, Mathematics, Physics or Psychology are essential. | Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016): D | Plus AB in A Level. Essential Subjects: Two of the following Science subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Studies, Geography, Geology, Life and Health Sciences, Mathematics, Physics or Psychology are essential.
Please note these fees are for 2026 entry. Fees for 2027 entry are yet to be confirmed and will be updated as soon as possible. For additional information please see our web pages at: https://www.york.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/fees-funding/ — UG Standard Band 4 2027 entry
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