Course Overview
This qualification is part of a full-time programme, studying 3 or 4 A-Level subjects and/or AAQs.
If you are interested in finding the answers to the following questions, then this course is for you! How do we manage and conserve habitats? Which methods can we use to protect one of our most valuable resources: our soil? How do forests support life on earth? What's wrong with the main fishing methods? How do we secure future energy supplies? What are circular economy principles? And how to conservationists decide which species are endangered?
This A-Level is awarded by AQA.
On this course you will learn about the living environment and how to conserve and manage it sustainably. You will develop an understanding of the global practices that have led to climate change, environmental degradation and habitat loss and use this knowledge to develop ways we can move forward using renewable energy, reducing pollution and conserving our natural environments for future generations. As well as the natural sciences, this course also touches on the social sciences and humanities; ethics, law and politics.
There is no coursework, but you will be required to complete a range of specified practical sessions where you will plan experiments, collect data, analyse results and make conclusions.
The content will be taught using a range of lesson styles, including: theory sessions, presentations, group work, practical activities and field work.
10% of the overall assessment of A-Level Environmental Science will contain mathematical skills equivalent to Level 2 or above. At least 15% of the overall assessment of A-Level Environmental Science will assess knowledge, skills and understanding in relation to practical work.
Entry Requirements
5 GCSEs at Grade 5 or above which must include English Language and Maths, and Biology or Combined Science at Grade 6.
After Your Course
Studying Environmental Science will provide you with an excellent opportunity to develop skills that will transfer to a wide range of careers or further study:
Environmental Consultancy, Environmental Education, Marine biology, Conservation & Wildlife, Waste Management & Recycling, Sustainability, Water Quality, Land Management, Forestry, Ocean Conservation, Sustainable Transport, Community Outreach, Community Garden Management, Renewable Energy, Permaculture, Ecology, Environmental Policy, Farming & Horticulture, Natural Building & Architecture, Closed Loop Design.
Fees
£2225.00
The current fee information is related to the 2025/26 academic year.
The fee displayed is the course fee. Course fees are charged per course for part-time students. You can pay in full or spread the cost by paying 25% on enrolment and setting up a direct debit mandate for 3 further equal payments. An Advanced loan is available to students enrolling on this course.You may qualify for financial support to cover the cost of this government-funded qualification if any of the below apply to you:
- You are aged 16 to 18 on 31st August of the relevant academic year and are not studying at another school/college
- If you do not already have a Level 3 qualification and are under 24 on 31st August of the relevant academic year
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