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AS/A Level Environmental Studies (2012-13)

AS/A Level Environmental Studies

student taking part in Environmental Studies

Studying this subject will give you an insight into how human activities affect environmental systems and the links between them. You will gain an understanding of the principles behind the solutions being put into place to reduce human impact on the environment. To support the theory there will be practical lessons, demonstrations and field work.

Qualifications

As a minimum, you should have grade C in both GCSE Science and Additional Science (or in two separate sciences). You should also have at least a grade C in GCSE Maths and English and an interest in environmental issues.

Modules

AS Modules

  • The Living Environment (AS)
  • The Physical Environment (AS)

A2 Modules

  • Energy Resources and Environmental Pollution (A2)
  • Biological Resources and Sustainability (A2)

There is no coursework in AS or A2. The understanding of scientific method will be examined in the written papers.

Study Visits / Fieldwork

There will be visits to the Elan Valley, local farms and rivers. A short residential field trip may also be arranged.

After the Course

For those who want to take the subject further, there is a wide range of higher education courses with an extensive environmental content. Growing concerns about the environment mean that there is a variety of career opportunities available.