BSc (Hons) Environmental Sciences Bachelor's degree at the University of Brighton

Undertake a UK-based residential field course over three working days, supported by lectures and workshops. Intensive study and field research skills training in different field environments. Themes include physical geography, environmental geography/ecology and human geography as well as introduction to risk assessment, research ethics and working across difference.

Teaches techniques used to analyse geographical and environmental data. Develop skills in presenting data visually and identifying patterns and relationships using statistics and geospatial analysis. Learn how to use statistical software and work with geospatial and remote sensing data, including using geographical information systems (GIS) software.

Theoretical and practical introduction to azonal (tectonic, climatic, hydrological, fluvial, coastal, slope, aeolian, and biogeographical) and zonal (glacial and periglacial) physical geographical systems. Examine the ways in which these systems interact with and influence human activities, both at the present day and over archaeological timescales.

Explore global environmental challenges from natural science and social science case perspectives. Introduce topical and current environmental challenges and examine how some issues may be addressed through interdisciplinary management and mitigation. Includes lectures and workshops on research and small group engagement.

Introduce academic study, observational and transferable skills for geographers, environmental managers and environmental scientists. Support in learning independently at university. Introduction to survey design with questionnaire and other survey design techniques.

Introduction to key concepts and principles in both ecology and conservation science, illustrated with classic and cutting-edge case studies. Emphasis on the links between ecology and conservation and also between theory and applied research.

Introduction to the study of living organisms. Explore the morphology and physiological adaptions of microbes, virus, fungi and plants, focusing on identifying organisms, their key cellular features and associated processes and functions. Look at their links to environments and how they interact with other organisms.

Introduces the principles of marine and freshwater biology by examining the evolution and diversity of aquatic flora and fauna. Focus on physical and chemical aspects of aquatic ecosystems, their impact on the populations of organisms that live in these ecosystems and how organisms adapt to their environments. Practical sessions cover methods for collecting, handling and analysing scientific data, as well as developing effective science communication skills.

Develop professional competencies in applying geographical and environmental knowledge and skills to address complex, global challenges. Take part in a collaborative consultancy exercise to improve employability skills, including creative problem solving, project management, working in diverse teams and reflective learning for professional practice. Learning supported through engagement with employers, alumni and staff associated with the Brighton Works programme.

Develop theoretical knowledge and practical skills in the areas of optical Remote Sensing (RS) and Geographical Information Systems (GIS) and apply this learning to real-world situations in the geographical, geological and environmental sciences. Engage in spatial and digital computing, remote sensing, data handling and problem solving to become proficient at using remote sensing and GIS software.

Focus on growing understanding of the research process in geography and environmental studies. Develop data analysis skills, including classification, ordination, parametric and non-parametric statistics and multi-variate analysis. Training provided on qualitative methods and approaches such as interviews, focus groups, textual analysis and creative methods. Practical aspects of planning and designing a research project covered so you can create your own proposal to be carried out in the final y

Explore the erosional and depositional processes, landforms and sediments associated with fluvial, glacial/periglacial and aeolian environments. Learn about the factors influencing the evolution of these environments over timescales from hours to decades. Introduces key techniques used to describe geomorphic environments, such as flume simulation, particle size/shape analysis and qualitative/quantitative interpretation.

Introduction to historical and contemporary debates around sustainability and encouragement to 'think spatially' about environmental and social inequalities associated with approaches to sustainability and sustainable development through relevant case studies. Topics might include vulnerabilities and conflicts in water supply systems, food security and food sovereignty. Field visit to Brighton to explore pathways to sustainability in practice.

Investigates how society manages pollution in order to protect human health and the natural environment. Examine changing attitudes to pollution and how environment management and technology can be used for pollution control. Explore sustainability and technologies in relation to the management of waste, air quality, water, wastewater and noise pollution.

Build on skills developed in year 1 and further explore concepts in programming, such as the object orientation approach, with a focus on how these can be applied to data science. Use programming languages such as Python and R.

The exact content depends upon location as it features a combination of lectures and workshops which take place during an international residential field trip. Learn ecological census, monitoring and evaluation techniques and how to collect field data while experiencing and learning about the ecology of a specific ecosystem outside the UK. Ability to design and undertake individual field investigations as well as developing teamwork, communication and presentation skills.

Opportunity to gain practical experience through a range of geographical and environmental studies in exciting, stimulating and novel environments. In this residential field-based module you will experience qualitative and quantitative field techniques across different physical and socio-cultural landscapes outside the UK. Focus on the full scope of field work, from research design to data collection, analysis and presentation.

Provide an in-depth understanding of the vast diversity of the animal kingdom and the various adaptations that have evolved to enable animals to survive and thrive in different, and sometimes extreme, environments. Explore the principles of animal classification, evolutionary processes and the remarkable range of functional adaptations exhibited by animals.

Develop knowledge of global marine and freshwater habitats. Investigate and discuss the diversity of habitats, including lentic, lotic, transitional and marine systems, and explore aquatic systems, from source to sea. Cover a range of human-made impacts and conservation issues related to the disturbance of systems and species. Series of one-day field trips to enhance practical abilities, including survey techniques and identification skills.

Enables you to conduct a piece of original research on a topic of your choice. Provides an opportunity for deep learning around a specific topic and for the development of expertise in selected research methods and analytical techniques. Demonstrate independence of thought and an ability to organise and execute an extensive and in-depth geographical or environmental investigation.

Gives an overview of Ecological Impact Assessment (EcIA) processes within the current legal context and requirements using a hands-on approach. Adopt the role of consultant and undertake surveys using biodiversity metric tools to complete a Preliminary Ecological Assessment leading to an EcIA, produce a technical report and discuss limitation and mitigation opportunities associated with the assignment.

Addresses questions about how change happens at a local level and how the changing role of the state, the university and the voluntary sector affect this, and how we can participate in making a better world. Through text-based discussions and a 50-hour placement in a non-profit organisation, providing opportunity to reflect and critically analyse the relationship between universities and the community, and the opportunities and challenges faced by community organisations.

Advanced module on spatial and digital computing will strengthen the data-handling and critical thinking skills gained in the GIS and Remote Sensing Principles and Practice module. Teaches the expertise needed to identify and critically examine geographical and wider environmental issues. Blends theory and applied practice.