Environmental Geoscience, BSc (Hons)

Environmental geoscience is a captivating field that examines the physical processes shaping our planet and long-term environmental changes. This Swansea University degree integrates physical geography with geology, developing essential practical, numerical, and computational skills for careers in regional planning, environmental management, or business.The program offers fieldwork in locations like the Gower Peninsula and overseas sites such as Austria or Borneo, alongside access to advanced facilities like high-performance labs and state-of-the-art equipment. Taught by renowned experts, including Polar Medal recipient Professor Tavi Murray, the course covers topics from natural hazards to climate change. In years one to three, students study compulsory modules on global environmental change and electives in areas like GIS and glaciology, culminating in a dissertation. Assessment includes exams, coursework, and fieldwork, with options for a four-year industrial placement.