Ecology and Environmental Science with Placement
Ecology and environmental science together address the living systems of the Earth and the pressures they face from human activity. Ecology examines the relationships between organisms and their environments, how species interact, how populations grow and decline, and how ecosystems function, respond to disturbance, and recover. Environmental science takes a broader view, drawing on ecology, chemistry, geography, and earth sciences to understand how pollution, land use change, habitat loss, and climate change are reshaping natural systems.
The combination is both scientifically rigorous and practically urgent, preparing graduates to work on some of the most pressing challenges of our time.
The University of Gloucestershire's four-year full-time Ecology and Environmental Science with Placement degree has a typical entry tariff of 104 points. The programme is characterised by small classes and a strong emphasis on practical learning, meaning you will be actively involved in your degree rather than passively receiving information. You will study ecology, biodiversity, conservation, pollution science, environmental management, and field survey methods, developing both laboratory skills and the practical outdoor fieldwork competence that employers in ecology and environmental consultancy value.
The placement year gives you the chance to apply your knowledge in a professional context, whether in conservation, environmental consultancy, government agencies, or research, before you graduate.
Ecology and environmental science graduates work in environmental consultancy, nature conservation, ecological surveying and assessment, environmental impact assessment, government environmental agencies, national parks, wildlife charities, water companies, and research institutions. Roles include ecologist, environmental consultant, conservation officer, and environmental monitoring specialist. Many graduates pursue professional accreditation and continue to postgraduate study in conservation, ecology, environmental management, or related disciplines, reflecting the depth of specialist knowledge that senior roles in the sector typically require.