Many students want to study Environmental Science because of a deep interest in the natural environment and the sustainable use of its resources. These aspects are a core part of our Environmental Science degree in Reading. We also believe that an understanding of natural systems and their interactions in space and time are also essential. It is only by describing and quantifying natural change that we can accurately assess the impact of human activity on our planet. This means that strategies for the conservation and sustainable use of resources can be developed and managed in the best possible way. As a student, you will follow a core of compulsory modules through the degree and also select from a range of optional modules to suit their own backgrounds, strengths and interests. Below you will find a link to some examples of pathways you can choose. These pathways include Earth & Atmospheric Science; Environmental Change and Habitat Management.

A degree in geography arms you with the ability to see the big picture. The intellectual, technical and team working skills gained during the course can be applied to a wide range of careers; in education, commerce, government and environmental consultancy. Geography: Recent graduates have been employed as transport analysts, recruitment consultants, regional planning officers, GIS specialists, and environmental scientists and consultants e.g. flood warning officer, environmental engineer. Around 17% of our students continue their studies, to specialise further or to qualify to teach (PGCE). Environmental Science: The need for professional environmental scientists with a sound scientific background continues to grow and opportunities for graduates from this degree include employment by environmental consultancies, water companies, as well as waste disposal and pollution monitoring companies. Many of our graduates undertake a specialised MSc course, e.g. in hydrogeology, basin analysis, renewable resources, environmental science before entering employment or a research career. Recent graduates have entered employment with companies as varied as AWE, Deloitte & Touche (Petroleum Division), Centre for Alternative Technology, BAE Systems, Remedx, Thames Water and Jacobs Engineering.