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Ecological and Environmental Sciences

The University of Edinburgh

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UCAS CODE: CF17

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

  • Location

    Main Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    14-SEP-26

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary

Ecological sciences study how organisms interact with each other, as well as their physical, chemical and biological environments.Environmental science is an integrated science. We apply biological, chemical and physical sciences to understand the natural environment and how it is changing.Understanding both is vital for managing changing environments for a more sustainable future.Our programme has a strong focus on data-driven innovation and computational analysis. Demand is growing for these data skills across a range of employment sectors.We will teach you how to:understand environmental issuesdesign robust strategies for sample collectionmake ecological and environmental measurementscritically evaluate ecological data sets using modern statistic analysismeasure progress and efficiency of conservation and environmental management plansuse enhanced planning and management skills to develop solutions to environmental problemsunderstand the science to contribute to difficult management questions and policybe aware of conflicts between humans and the natural world - and how human pressures are changing our planetWe also have an extensive network of experts contributing to this degree. They can help you gain valuable real-world experience to produce meaningful change. You will have valuable networking and potential employment opportunities.

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Tuition fees

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£ 36,800per year

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A level : ABB - AAA

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University information

The University of Edinburgh

  • University League Table

    18th

  • Campus address

    Main Campus, Old College, South Bridge, Edinburgh, Edinburgh, EH8 9YL, United Kingdom

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    7th out of 72 2

  • Entry standards

    / Max 210
    194 92%

    3rd

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    84.0 84%

    8th

    5
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.92 73%

    64th

    5

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