GCE A Level in Environmental Science

Environmental Science is the key subject for the future. Studying A Level Environmental Science will allow you to gain a deep and well informed insight into the scientific processes of the environment and the impacts humans have on these processes.

6 GCSE/BTEC passes at Level 4 or above. It is desirable to achieve a Level 5 or above in this subject at GCSE (or a related subject).

You will be taught through a variety of methods including: lecture based lessons, research lessons, discussion based lessons, practical lessons and field trips. You will have the opportunity to develop a wide variety of scientific skills including: practical, presentation, debating and research skills, as well as a wide variety of scientific communication skills.

Paper 1 - 3 hour written exam (50%) on: Physical Environment Energy Resources Pollution Research Methods Paper 2 - 3 hour written exam (50%) on: Living Environment Biological Resources Sustainability Research Methods Both papers will be a combination of multiple choice, short answer and extended questions.

Environmental Science is the perfect stepping stone to a future career in many disciplines and a natural complement to Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Geography.