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National Student Survey success for Environment
The Environment Department achieved a satisfaction score of 96% in the 2011 National Student Survey. Along with 90% of our students going into work or further study, the results of the survey show that our students enjoy their courses and can be assured that employers value the skills which they develop in a friendly and supportive department.
Welcome
Welcome to the Environment Department at the University of York - a leading centre for teaching and research on sustainable solutions to the world's environmental problems. The University was recently ranked by The Times Higher Education as 2nd in the UK and 17th in the world for the impact of its research in environmental and ecological sciences. Excellent staff, interdisciplinarity and a friendly approach meant that 96% of our students said they were happy with their Environment course in the 2011 National Student Survey. Enjoy your visit and please get in touch if you have any unanswered queries.
Prof. Colin Brown
Head of Department
News
As the global population tops 7 billion, Environment students offer their visions of the future
York ranked no2 in the UK for ecological and environmental research