Population growth, poverty, globalisation and economic development place ever increasing demands on Earth’s environmental systems and natural resources. The EEEM course emphasises the ecological principles and human interactions which underlie environmental management to construct a strong, interdisciplinary knowledge base from which practical skills and applications are developed.  

The BSc in EEEM is unique in offering a comprehensive training in the economics, environmental science and management of environmental resources and in integrating the concepts and methods of these complementary disciplines.

This course will appeal to students who want to develop an interdisciplinary understanding of environmental policy and acquire practical, applied skills for environment-related employment.  Entry requirements - a typical offer is BBB at A level or equivalent.  Normally you should have at least one subject from among Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Geography and Physics.  Business Studies and Economics are also useful.  Our modular degree programme in EEEM will expand your knowledge, skills and horizons, making you better equipped to make a difference environmentally, now and in the future.

Educational aims of the courses  

The courses aim to: 

Ø      Encourage students to develop an interdisciplinary approach to the environment

The courses lay a broad foundation in the environmental, ecological and (for EEE students) economic sciences in year 1, recognising that students will come from a range of backgrounds.  These foundations are built on in years 2 and 3 with more advanced material to demonstrate how the different disciplines may be successfully integrated to guide environmental management and policy decisions.  

Ø      Train students in the skills required for environmental management

All academic staff members are research active and their research skills inform much of our subject-based teaching, showing how theory and concepts can be applied practically. Students receive training in both quantitative and qualitative approaches to problem-solving in the environmental sector, including relevant IT skills. 

Ø      Prepare students for employment and further study

The BSC EEEM  course structure offers the following modules*:-