Environmental Geoscience, BSc (Hons), with industry placement

Environmental geoscience examines the physical processes shaping our planet and long-term environmental changes, offering a timely and engaging field of study. This program enhances employability by developing practical, numerical, and computational skills in physical geography and geology, preparing graduates for careers in regional planning, environmental management, local authority roles, financial planning, computing, or business management. Strong industry partnerships provide valuable work placements and support, while fieldwork opportunities in Wales—such as the Gower Peninsula—and overseas destinations like Austria or Borneo enrich the experience.The curriculum includes compulsory modules on global environmental change, Earth history, and geological processes, with options in geographic information systems and glacial environments. In the third year, students undertake a 40-week industrial placement, followed by advanced topics like glaciology and environmental modelling in the final year. Taught by world-renowned academics in state-of-the-art facilities, assessment comprises exams, coursework, fieldwork, and a dissertation, ensuring a comprehensive learning experience.