Environmental Science and Outdoor Education, BSc (Hons)

If you want a highly respected degree in Environmental Science that also provides you with outdoor teaching and guiding activities, this unique degree has been designed for you.The University of Stirling is a superb place to study Environmental Science, with our history of innovation in environmental research and study. This course blends the academic elements of our Environmental Science degree with practical training in navigation and outdoor safety.You'll explore global environmental issues, contemporary environmental science, landscape evolution, and scientific techniques. In addition, you’ll learn how to design, lead and deliver outdoor programmes with environmental and ecological learning outcomes.Our leading mountaineering instructors and outdoor specialists will teach you outdoor leadership, mountain skills and environmental education. You'll have the opportunity to complete a semester abroad, a work placement module and gain the Mountain Leader Award, endorsed by the Mountain Training Association. This is a physically demanding course requiring a good level of health, fitness and mobility.