About the course

Ecological sciences study how organisms interact with each other, as well as their physical, chemical and biological environment.

　　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.

　　If you are interested in the environment as well as business and management, this is the perfect degree for you.

　　You will also study:

　　business

　　management

　　economics courses

　　This is a great choice if you are looking to enter:

　　policy-making

　　consulting

　　natural resource management.

　　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 to:

　　understand environmental issues

　　design robust strategies for sample collection

　　make ecological and environmental measurements

　　critically evaluate ecological data sets using modern statistic analysis

　　measure progress and efficiency of conservation and environmental management plans

　　use enhanced planning and management skills to develop solutions to environmental problems

　　understand the science to contribute to difficult management questions and policy

　　be aware of conflicts between humans and the natural world - and how human pressures are changing our planet

　　understand the role of business and economics in the management of natural resources

　　We 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. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 4 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Semester 1 (September), 2024	Edinburgh
Semester 1 (September), 2025	Edinburgh
Semester 1 (September), 2026	Edinburgh

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Edinburgh

The standard entry requirement is:

　　SQA Highers: AAAA - ABBB by end of S5. If you haven’t achieved this by the end of S5 we may consider your application based on a strong performance in S6. A minimum of BBB must be achieved in one year of S4-S6.

　　A Levels: AAA - ABB in one set of exams.

　　IB: 37 points with 555 at HL - 32 points with 555 at HL.

　　IELTS Academic module overall 6.5 with 5.5 in each component

　　TOEFL-iBT 92 or above with 20 in each section

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 92.0

　　

Application deadline:

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