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BSc Environmental Science

University of Nottingham Malaysia
Semenyih, Selangor
What is environmental science?
Environmental science is concerned with the state of the environment, how it is changing, and the processes involved in those changes. With an increasing human footprint on the environment, and associated natural, societal and economic costs, this is a field of great importance and relevance for the 21st century.

Environmental science encompasses aspects of atmospheric, climate, soil and water sciences, biogeochemistry, conservation biology, ecology, and sustainable development. Our BSc Environmental Science incorporates all of these topics, as well as an emphasis on both fieldwork and analysis tools such as computer modelling and geospatial mapping technologies. The programme also features a strong interdisciplinary focus with insights from the social sciences to understand human behaviour and our impacts on natural processes.


How will I study?
Our Environmental Science programme comprises a range of compulsory and optional modules, enabling you to select topics that are of the most interest to you. The first year focuses on the key principles, theories and current knowledge in environmental science. Over the programme you will develop skills in the collection, processing, analysis and presentation of environmental data, and in scientific analysis and communication for the development and evaluation of policy.

Additionally, you will undertake practical training in the techniques of environmental management, including several field programmes to learn environmental concepts and techniques in real-world scenarios. Exposure to a wide range of perspectives on environmental processes and issues play an important part in your academic development and career prospects. Our programme will also provide the option to study modules contributed by other schools as well as inter-campus through exchange with Nottingham's UK campus.


Career prospects
University of Nottingham environmental science graduates are working in environmentally-related fields all over the world. Our graduates acquire the key skills and confidence for employment in environmental consultancies, conservation and research agencies, local authorities, government agencies and universities. Many graduates go on to undertake postgraduate research degrees in environmentally-related areas. You will also develop a range of sought-after communication, thinking skills and competencies that are applicable in non-scientific fields.

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Course Summary

Intake

Sept

Course Fees (estimated)

RM 123,600

Course Duration

3 years

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A Level
BBC, including 2 science subjects preferably biology, chemistry, geography, mathematics or physics; other science subjects may be considered on a case-by-case basis, excluding critical thinking and general studies

IB Diploma
28 points with 5, 5, 4 at Higher Level (including specified grades in science subjects).

STPM
B+B+B, including 2 science subjects preferably biology, chemistry, geography, mathematics or physics; other science subjects may be considered on a case-by-case basis, excluding Pengajian Am.

UEC
1 A and 4 B3s, including 2 science subjects preferably biology, chemistry, geography, mathematics or physics; other science subjects may be considered on a case-by-case basis, excluding Bahasa Malaysia and Chinese language.

SAM or other Australian Matriculations
ATAR 82 (consideration to be made based on relevant subjects).

Canadian Ontario Grade 12 Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)
77% average based on 6 subjects (consideration to be made based on relevant subjects).

Canadian Secondary School Diplomas from other provinces are acceptable and to be assessed based on the University’s requirements.

Advance Placement (AP) 
4,4,3 including 2 relevant science subjects. Applicants taking non-preferred subjects may be made an offer across more than three subjects at Advanced Placement level.

Diploma - Other Institutions 
Acceptance to the second year is on a case by case basis (and at the discretion of the School) but normally would require an overall GPA of 3.3 (out of 4) or 70% and above (consideration to be made based on relevant subjects), and previous studies must meet the prerequisite requirements of the programme.

Foundation - Other Institutions
Acceptance is at the discretion of the School but normally would require an overall GPA of 3.0 (out of 4) or 65% and above (consideration to be made based on relevant subjects), and previous studies must meet the prerequisite requirements of the programme.

University of Nottingham Malaysia Foundation
Successful completion of the Foundation in Science programme.

In addition to the entry requirements listed above, those who have taken SPM/ GCSE/ IGCSE High School Diploma or equivalent must have grade B in relevant mathematics and at least credit in related science subjects.


English language requirements
IELTS (Academic): 6.0 (with no less than 5.5 in each element)
TOEFL (iBT): 79 (minimum 17 in Writing and Listening, 18 in Reading, 20 in Speaking)
PTE (Academic): 65 (with no less than 59 in each element)
GCE A Level English Language or English Literature: grade C
GCE AS Level English Language or English Literature: grade C
SPM: grade B+
1119 (GCE O): grade C
GCSE O-Level: grade C
IGCSE (first language): grade C
IGCSE (second language): grade B
MUET: Band 4
UEC: grade B3
IB English A1 or A2 (Standard or Higher Level): 4 points
IB English B (Higher Level): 4 points
IB English B (Standard Level): 5 points
Malaysian – RM 41,200 per year,
Non-Malaysian – RM 48,000 per year
BSc Environmental Science
Another much sought after discipline in an ever changing landscape. Environmental science crosses many subject boundaries and we provide a programme which benefits from an entirely multidisciplinary and research based approach. You will develop an understanding of environmental processes and systems and gain skills in a range of ecological survey techniques through practical classes and field programmes. Topics covered include key environmental principles such as atmospheric, climate, soil and water sciences, biogeochemistry, conservation biology, ecology, environmental modelling, geospatial mapping and technologies, and sustainable development.

Your final year research project will utilise and further advance these skills and you will also benefit from gaining knowledge and practical experience of issues and techniques applicable both to Southeast Asia and global environments.


Year one
Typical core modules
  • Environmental Science and Society
  • Global Environmental Processes
  • Introduction to Geographic Information Systems
  • Introduction to Sustainable Development
  • Introductory Geology
  • Natural Resources of Malaysia
  • Plant Science
  • The Ecology of Natural and Managed Ecosystems
  • Tutorials in Environmental Science


Year two
Typical core modules
  • Environmental Data Analysis
  • Global Environmental Change

Typical optional modules
  • Earth Observation
  • Environmental Assessment
  • Forests, Environment and Society
  • Glacial Environments Field Course
  • Patterns of Life
  • Tourism and the Environment
  • Tropical Environmental Science Field Course
  • Tropical Soil and Water Science


Year three
Typical core modules
  • Research Project in Environmental Science

Typical optional modules
  • Advanced Environmental Assessment
  • Advances in Remote Sensing and GIS for the Environmental Sciences
  • Environmental Modelling
  • Environmental Policy and Economics
  • Environmental Pollution and Remediation
  • Introduction to Tropical Conservation Science
  • Landscape Ecology and Spatial Conservation Planning
  • Tropical Ecology
  • Wildlife Behaviour
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