STUDY

Undergraduate

Environmental Practitioner (Degree Apprenticeship) *

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Institution code: S82
UCAS code: N/A
Start date: January 2026
Duration: Three years full-time
Location: Ipswich
Typical Offer: 112 UCAS tariff points (or above) BBC (A-Level) DMM (BTEC), Merit (T Level)
Institution code: S82
UCAS code: N/A
Start date: January 2026
Duration: Three years full-time
Location: Ipswich
Typical Offer: 112 UCAS tariff points (or above) BBC (A-Level) DMM (BTEC), Merit (T Level)
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Overview

The BSc (Hons) Environmental Science & Management program is designed to equip you with the knowledge and practical skills required to become professional environmental practitioners capable of addressing and managing the complex challenges facing the environment today.

The Environmental Practitioner is found in a broad and growing employment sector, with organisations of all types seeking to promote sustainable growth in a manner that is practical whilst responsible, using fewer natural resources, producing less waste, and without compromising the quality of the built and natural environment.

Once confined to conservation, waste management or pollution prevention, the occupation has become more mainstream, infiltrating into many areas of the business world.

On completion of your apprenticeship you will be awarded a BSc (Hons) Environmental Science & Management (Degree Apprenticeship).


The University of Suffolk has an international profile while being committed to our region. We are proudly modern and innovative and we believe in transformative education. We are on the rise with a focus on student satisfaction, graduate prospects, spending on academic services and student facilities.

2nd

in the East of England for graduate prospects

(The Guardian University Guide 2024)

6th

in the UK for spend on academic services

(The Complete University Guide 2024)

11th

in the UK for social inclusion

(The Good University Guide 2023)

Course Modules

Full downloadable information regarding all University of Suffolk courses, including Key Facts, Course Aims, Course Structure and Assessment, is available in the Definitive Course Record.

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Course Modules

Full downloadable information regarding all University of Suffolk courses, including Key Facts, Course Aims, Course Structure and Assessment, is available in the Definitive Course Record.

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WHY SUFFOLK

2nd in the UK for Career Prospects

WUSCA 2024

3rd in the UK for spend on academic services

Complete University Guide 2025

4th in the UK for Teaching Satisfaction

Guardian University Guide 2024

Entry Requirements

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Career Opportunities

After completing a BSc (Hons) in Environmental Science & Management, there are a variety of job roles you can pursue in different sectors, from governmental organisations to private industry. Here are some potential career paths:

  • Environmental Consultant
  • Environmental Manager
  • Sustainability Officer
  • Environmental Impact Assessor

Apprenticeship Funding

Degree Apprenticeships are only offered to students undertaking the course as part of their employment. Apprenticeship training will therefore be funded directly by employers or by employers in partnership with Government. Apprentices will not be required to pay any tuition or course fees, and will not be eligible for any Student Finance England maintenance support. Please see our Apprenticeship pages for more information.

Apprenticeships Information
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