BSc (Hons) Environmental Science Bachelor's degree at Kingston University
BSc (Hons) Environmental Science at Kingston University weaves together core theory in environmental systems with hands-on applied work, research methods, and specialist options that let you shape your own path.
About this course
BSc (Hons) Environmental Science is a Bachelor's degree (BSc (Hons)) at Kingston University. It is studied part-time; duration varies by route.
For the typical curriculum, specialisations, career paths and graduate earnings for Environmental Science, see the sections below.
Curriculum & modules
A typical UK Environmental Science degree builds from foundations to specialist options and a final project. An indicative structure:
| Stage | Module |
|---|---|
| Year 1 | Earth Systems Science Atmosphere, oceans and land, how the planet works as a system. |
| Year 1 | Ecology Fundamentals Populations, communities and ecosystems in the field. |
| Year 1 | Environmental Data & GIS Mapping and analysing environmental data. |
| Year 2 | Climate Change Science & Policy The evidence, the projections and the policy responses. |
| Year 2 | Pollution & Environmental Management Monitoring, assessment and remediation in practice. |
| Year 2 | Field Course Residential fieldwork applying methods to real landscapes. |
| Year 3 | Specialist options Typically conservation, water resources, energy or environmental law. |
| Year 3 | Sustainability in Practice Working with organisations on live environmental problems. |
| Year 3 | Dissertation An independent field- or data-based research project. |
Typical structure for this subject (indicative). Modules vary by university. Check the provider's course page for the exact curriculum.
Specialisations & pathways
Tip: click a specialisation → current jobs in that area.
Course in depth
What this course covers, who it suits and where it leads.
What you'll study
A typical Environmental Science degree begins with foundations in Earth Systems Science, Ecology and environmental data methods, before progressing to applied modules in climate science, pollution management and fieldwork. In the final year, you'll usually choose from specialist options such as climate science, conservation, GIS and remote sensing, environmental policy, or water and pollution studies, and complete an independent dissertation, often field- or data-based. Practical experience is woven throughout, including residential fieldwork and work with organisations on live environmental problems. The course builds from how natural systems function to how environmental challenges are monitored, assessed and addressed in practice.
Who it's for
This course suits you if you have a genuine curiosity about environmental challenges and systems, from ecology and climate to pollution and sustainability. You'll thrive if you enjoy combining scientific investigation with problem-solving in the real world. The blend of theory, practical fieldwork, and independent enquiry appeals to learners who want depth without losing sight of how knowledge applies beyond the classroom. Part-time study is ideal if you're balancing university with work, caring responsibilities, or other pursuits. You should have the drive to engage critically with current environmental issues and the willingness to develop both technical expertise and communication skills.
Careers & job market
Across Environmental Science courses nationally, 90% of graduates are in work or further study within 15 months of graduating, and 65% are in highly skilled roles or continuing their studies. Starting salaries typically range from £24,000 to £30,000, rising to £26,350–£37,200 after five years, according to national graduate labour-market data. Career paths vary widely, conservation, environmental consultancy, policy, education, and research organisations all employ graduates. Your independent project and professional skills modules prepare you for genuine workplace demands.
University & format
This BSc (Hons) Environmental Science is studied part-time at Kingston University, a university based in Kingston. The course is taught in English and is accredited by the Institute of Environmental Management and Assessment (IEMA), which recognises graduates as eligible to apply for associate membership. Kingston University is a recognised UK degree-awarding body; the degree is nationally recognised and has been awarded Gold for teaching quality in the Office for Students' TEF 2023.
Applicant information
The next application dates for this course, followed by facts the provider publishes.
Part-time application dates vary by provider. UCAS dates
Opened 2 July 2026; last choice 19 October 2026. Check vacancies now. A cached page never claims a place is still available.
Entry & how to get in
Entry & your chances
An honest read from the official entry data, plus your personal match.
Entry is set by the university and based on your offer. Use your predicted grades to see how you compare, then check the university's stated requirements.
How to apply
Undergraduate applications go through UCAS. Here’s what matters for this course, the right deadline, the grades to aim for, and the steps in order.
- 1Register on UCAS Hub
Create your UCAS application and add this course (code F900). One application covers up to five choices.
- 2Write your personal statement
A single statement covers all your choices, so keep it broad enough for similar courses while showing genuine interest in this subject.
- 3Submit by Apply directly to the provider
Part-time application dates vary by provider. Source: UCAS 2027 dates.
- 4Reply to your offers
When decisions are in, pick a firm (first) choice and an insurance (back-up) choice with slightly lower grades.
- 5Results day & confirmation
On results day (mid-August) your place is confirmed if you meet the offer. Just missed? Talk to the university, or find a place through Clearing.
Fees & funding
What this course costs and how UK student finance covers it.
Tuition per year
Provider fee page (England 2026/27 cap where not stated).
Check fees at Kingston University →For students who normally live in England
2026/27 Student Finance England figures. Maintenance support is means-tested and this two-point view is not an entitlement calculator. The course total uses its published length and home fee where both are available; a missing full-time fee uses the clearly labelled England-cap scenario, while part-time fees and unknown lengths are never guessed. Use the official calculator. Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland use separate systems: SAAS, Student Finance Wales, and Student Finance NI.
Starting on or after 1 January 2027?
The Lifelong Learning Entitlement is a separate system. A new learner’s tuition entitlement is currently stated as £39,160 (about 480 credits at 2026/27 fee levels), subject to prior study and eligibility. Check the official LLE guide.
Paying for it
- Tuition Fee Loan: can cover eligible tuition up to the applicable limit and is paid straight to the provider.
- Maintenance Loan: up to £10,830/yr away from home outside London (England, 2026/27), means-tested on household income.
- Repayment: 9% of income above £25,000, nothing below it; written off after 40 years.
- Earn alongside: most students work part-time in term, part-time roles on the StudySmarter job board.
England figures shown; Scotland, Wales & NI run their own schemes, check gov.uk.
Scholarships & bursaries you could qualify for
That does not mean no funding exists. Check the university directory for current amounts, eligibility and application dates.
We only display a named award when its provider source identifies the award and who it is for.
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Careers & earnings
What Environmental Science graduates actually earn, from real outcome data, 15 months, 3 years and 5 years after graduating.
- 1Graduate roleFirst role after the degree · 0–2 yrs
- 2Specialist / PractitionerWorking in environmental science · 2–5 yrs
- 3Senior / LeadLeading work and people · 5–10 yrs
- 4Head of / ExpertSenior leadership or deep expertise · 10+ yrs
How pay grows: this course vs Environmental Science nationally
National figures for Environmental Science graduates, HESA Graduate Outcomes (15 months) and the Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) dataset (3 & 5 years). These are national, not university-specific; actual pay varies by employer, region, role and experience. Different cohorts, so the bars are not one group over time.
Work out your pay
Headline figures hide a lot. Calculate realistic take-home pay for this field by role, region and experience, then check your CV before you apply.
Job market & outlook
How Environmental Science graduates fare in the labour market, and how AI is reshaping the work.
How AI is changing the work
AI doesn't replace the profession, it shifts it: routine tasks get automated, while judgement, working with people and using AI well become more valuable.
What AI takes off your plate
- Routine information gathering
- First-draft writing and summaries
- Standard analysis and admin
- Repetitive processing tasks
More human than ever
- Judgement and original thinking
- Working with and leading people
- Owning and sense-checking AI output
- Ethics and accountability
The strongest graduates pair subject depth with the ability to use AI tools critically.
Roles & employers
Where Environmental Science graduates typically go, indicative destinations from graduate career data. Each role links to live openings on the StudySmarter job board.
Roles graduates go into
Where they work
- Environmental consultancies
- Environment Agency
- Energy & utilities
- NGOs & local authorities
Jobs after this course
Current roles from the StudySmarter job board that suit Environmental Science graduates.
Environmental Science Graduate Leadership Scheme, HybridEnvironment AgencyRemote Environmental Science Evaluator – AI Output QAObsidianRemote Environmental Science Evaluator (Contract)MercorAssistant Professor: Ecology & Environmental Science and AISONICOMStrategic Leader, Environmental ScienceUK Research and Innovation (UKRI)Assistant Professor: Ecology, Evolution & Environmental ScienceImperial College LondonWho studies here and in this subject?
Provider- and UK subject-level context.
Kingston University
Geography, earth and environmental studies (social sciences) across the UK
HESA student record 2024/25. Counts are rounded.
Local crime-data context
A neutral snapshot around the published teaching location.
Around Kingston University
1,748 street-level reports returned within roughly one mile across 2026-04 to 2026-06.
Police.uk street-level API. Approximate locations, not confined to campus. England, Wales and Northern Ireland; not Scotland.
Is Environmental Science right for you?
Tick what applies to you and see how good a fit it is.
International students
What applying to Kingston University from outside the UK involves: fees, English, visa, funding and living costs.
Tuition fees
International tuition is set per course by Kingston University; international fees are typically £12,000–£30,000/year for classroom subjects and higher for lab/clinical ones. You’re not eligible for UK Tuition Fee or Maintenance Loans, so plan for fees plus living costs upfront.
English language
Most UK undergraduate courses ask for around IELTS 6.0–6.5 (no band below 5.5–6.0), or an accepted equivalent. If you’re just short, most universities run a pre-sessional English course that counts towards the requirement.
Student visa
You’ll usually need a Student visa (Student Route). After you accept an offer the university issues a CAS; you then show funds for fees plus about £1,023–£1,334/month living costs and pay the Immigration Health Surcharge for NHS access.
Scholarships & funding
Many universities offer international/global scholarships (often £2,000–£6,000/yr), check Kingston University’s funding pages.
Living costs
Budget roughly £1,100–£1,400/month outside London and £1,400–£1,800/month in London for rent, food and travel; the figure also matters for your visa.
Working while you study
A Student visa usually allows up to 20 hours/week in term time and full-time in holidays, useful alongside study, though not something to rely on for fees.
Visa rules and fees change. Always confirm the current requirements with Kingston University and gov.uk before you apply.
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