Environmental science with International Study

Environmental science with international study is a broad and rigorous discipline that addresses some of the most pressing questions facing the natural world and human societies. It draws on physical geography, ecology, chemistry, geology, hydrology and climate science to understand how environmental systems function, how they are changing, and what the implications of those changes are for ecosystems and for people. Environmental scientists work at the interface between the natural sciences and policy, providing the evidence base for decisions about land use, water management, air quality, climate adaptation and the protection of biodiversity.

The University of Manchester offers this four-year full-time programme, incorporating an international study component that gives you the opportunity to study environmental science in another country. Manchester's environmental science programme is embedded in one of the UK's strongest research universities, with faculty engaged in cutting-edge research on atmospheric chemistry, climate systems, hydrology and environmental geochemistry. The typical entry tariff is around 152 UCAS points.

You will study the earth and atmospheric sciences, ecology and biodiversity, environmental chemistry and pollution, climate change science, environmental monitoring and assessment, and the policy and governance frameworks that shape environmental management. Fieldwork is a characteristic feature of environmental science education, and you will develop practical skills in sampling, measurement and data collection alongside quantitative methods for environmental analysis. The international study element adds a comparative dimension, exposing you to different environmental challenges and governance systems in another part of the world.

Graduates of environmental science programmes work in environmental consultancies, the Environment Agency, Natural England and other regulatory bodies, water companies, local authorities, international development organisations, research institutions and the energy sector. Roles in environmental impact assessment, pollution monitoring and remediation, catchment management, climate adaptation planning, ecological surveying and sustainability consulting are all common paths. Postgraduate study in a specialist area such as climate science, hydrology, ecology or environmental management is well supported by the research environment at Manchester and is a common next step for graduates interested in research or technical leadership roles.