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Environmental Science integrates ecology, chemistry, geology, and policy to address planetary challenges. Campus field trips explore Scottish ecosystems; GIS labs map land use and biodiversity. You will analyse climate data, evaluate sustainability reports, and propose evidence-based interventions. The programme prepares graduates for roles in environmental consultancy, conservation, and energy transition sectors.
Residential field course in the Scottish Highlands is included in Year 2 (subsidy available for eligible students).
Faculty spotlight
Professor Ian Campbell leads Climate Science; Dr. Sofia Petrov coordinates GIS and field methods.
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Tuition is free. Examinations are free. There is no exam fee. Study from anywhere in the world.
| Code | Course | Credits · hours |
|---|---|---|
| ENV101 | Introduction to Environmental Science Introduction to Environmental Science — core module covering foundational concepts, applied practice, and formal assessment on this degree pathway.
| 20 |
| ENV102 | Principles of Ecology & Biodiversity Principles of Ecology & Biodiversity — core module covering foundational concepts, applied practice, and formal assessment on this degree pathway.
| 20 |
| ENV103 | Chemistry & Geology for Environmental Scientists Chemistry & Geology for Environmental Scientists — core module covering foundational concepts, applied practice, and formal assessment on this degree pathway.
| 20 |
| ENV104 | Geographical Information Systems (GIS) & Mapping Geographical Information Systems (GIS) & Mapping — core module covering foundational concepts, applied practice, and formal assessment on this degree pathway.
| 20 |
| ENV105 | Quantitative Methods & Data Analysis in Science Quantitative Methods & Data Analysis in Science — core module covering foundational concepts, applied practice, and formal assessment on this degree pathway.
| 20 |
| ENV106 | Global Environmental Challenges & Sustainability Global Environmental Challenges & Sustainability — core module covering foundational concepts, applied practice, and formal assessment on this degree pathway.
| 20 |
| Code | Course | Credits · hours |
|---|---|---|
| ENV201 | Climate Change Science & Atmospheric Dynamics Climate Change Science & Atmospheric Dynamics — core module covering foundational concepts, applied practice, and formal assessment on this degree pathway.
| 20 |
| ENV202 | Advanced GIS, Remote Sensing & Spatial Modelling Advanced GIS, Remote Sensing & Spatial Modelling — core module covering foundational concepts, applied practice, and formal assessment on this degree pathway.
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| Code | Course | Credits · hours |
|---|---|---|
| ENV301 | Sustainability Assessment & Environmental Auditing Sustainability Assessment & Environmental Auditing — core module covering foundational concepts, applied practice, and formal assessment on this degree pathway.
| 20 |
| ENV302 | Renewable Energy & Clean Technologies Renewable Energy & Clean Technologies — core module covering foundational concepts, applied practice, and formal assessment on this degree pathway.
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Modules are assessed through a published mix of coursework, applied projects, and examinations. Exam windows are announced in advance so students in other time zones are not forced into overnight sittings. Alternative arrangements are available where documented.
The published duration is 3 years full-time. Teaching language: English. Actual time-to-complete depends on mode and any recognised prior learning.
This is a fully online award. You study from your country. No student visa and no campus relocation are required.
Degree tuition for this award is published as £0 / tuition-free on the online pathway. Examination or administrative fees may apply at checkout — never an annual tuition invoice. Check the Fees page for any extras.
Requirements are grouped on this page (academic, English, documents). Equivalent qualifications are considered. English may be waived after prior English-medium study.
Assessment is typically a mix of coursework, projects, and examinations. Doctoral awards include a thesis or dissertation and an oral examination. Details sit in the programme specification and module outlines.
Recognition of the award for local employment, professional licence, or ministry attestation is decided by your employer or regulator. Arab Leadership University publishes verification pages for certificates. We do not claim automatic equivalence in every country.
Start an application on this website. Progress is saved from the first step. Admissions: admissions@aleaderuni.com.
Recognised & Accredited
| 20 |
| ENV203 | Environmental Field Methods & Water Quality Environmental Field Methods & Water Quality — core module covering foundational concepts, applied practice, and formal assessment on this degree pathway.
| 20 |
| ENV204 | Environmental Policy, Law & Economics Environmental Policy, Law & Economics — core module covering foundational concepts, applied practice, and formal assessment on this degree pathway.
| 20 |
| ENV205 | Soil Science & Land Resource Management Soil Science & Land Resource Management — core module covering foundational concepts, applied practice, and formal assessment on this degree pathway.
| 20 |
| ENV206 | Conservation Biology & Habitat Restoration Conservation Biology & Habitat Restoration — core module covering foundational concepts, applied practice, and formal assessment on this degree pathway.
| 20 |
| 20 |
| ENV303 | Waste Management, Circular Economy & Pollution Control Waste Management, Circular Economy & Pollution Control — core module covering foundational concepts, applied practice, and formal assessment on this degree pathway.
| 20 |
| ENV304 | Environmental Hazards & Disaster Risk Management Environmental Hazards & Disaster Risk Management — core module covering foundational concepts, applied practice, and formal assessment on this degree pathway.
| 20 |
| ENV305 | Honours Environmental Research Project & Dissertation Honours Environmental Research Project & Dissertation — core module covering foundational concepts, applied practice, and formal assessment on this degree pathway.
| 40 |