Environmental Science choice??
Im stuck between choosing a bsc at York or one at Aberystwyth for environmental science. Does anyone doing either of these courses recommend or discourage one more or less??
Really appreciate any help 🙏
Really appreciate any help 🙏
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by Kieran_ellisIm stuck between choosing a bsc at York or one at Aberystwyth for environmental science. Does anyone doing either of these courses recommend or discourage one more or less??
Really appreciate any help 🙏
Really appreciate any help 🙏
Read through the course modules in detail and look at the optional modules you could study. Which interest you the most? Are there opportunities to study abroad, field trips or placement opportunities? Placements and study abroad can add a lot to your graduate CV.
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I definitely prefer the Aberystwyth modules and opportunities in terms of year in industry or a year abroad. The main thing holding me back is the distance and isolation
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by Kieran_ellisIm stuck between choosing a bsc at York or one at Aberystwyth for environmental science. Does anyone doing either of these courses recommend or discourage one more or less??
Really appreciate any help 🙏
Really appreciate any help 🙏
Hi! I didn’t personally study Environmental Science, but I am a current student ambassador at the University of York, so I can share a bit about my experience studying here and the general environment 😊
One thing I’ve really appreciated about York is how supportive the academic community is. Most departments are quite approachable, and students usually find it easy to ask questions, get help from lecturers, or access support if they need it. The campus itself is also really nice to study in. It’s very green and peaceful, which I imagine could be a great setting for something like Environmental Science.
Another big plus for me has been the student community. There are loads of societies, sports clubs, and events (https://yorksu.org/societies), so it’s quite easy to find your people and get involved in things outside your course. I’ve personally found it a really welcoming place, especially as an international student.
York as a city is also quite student-friendly; it’s safe, walkable, and not overwhelmingly big, but still has lots of cafés, nature spots, and things to do.
Of course, the best choice really depends on what you’re looking for in a course and university, so I’d definitely recommend checking things like the specific modules, fieldwork opportunities, and facilities for Environmental Science at both universities.
But overall, my experience studying at York has been really positive, and I’d definitely recommend considering it!
Happy to answer any questions about student life at York if that helps 🙌
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Hi!
I study Natural Sciences at Lancaster University, namely Physics and Environmental Science. I am currently in the process of helping my younger sibling decide on which University is right for him (to study Marine Science), so I'll offer you the same advice that I've offered him.
Choosing the right course can be very difficult, especially if you have visited both places and like them both. If you haven't visited both campuses, I would 100% recommend doing this- sometimes the 'feel' of a place can really cement you decision.
For me personally, the amount of field opportunities that my degree offers is something that is really important to me. I also really value lab time, so if there's lab specific modules that you like the look of, that can be really helpful too! I just had a quick look at both course pages, and they both have a page of module choices throughout the three years of the degree- so maybe do a compare and contrast of the two.
Another thing to look out for is the type of skills the degree is equipping you with. Some buzz words to look out for are GIS (Geographic Information Systems), R Studio/ SPSS, and data analysis. Modules that cover these things will be really helpful for both your dissertation, and for careers beyond University.
It also may be worth thinking about what your current interests are. For me, I really enjoy glaciology and hydrology, and have a good choice of modules at Lancaster in these themes. If you are really interested in atmospheric processes (for example), and one offers significantly more options to do with that, they that can also help to guide you in the right direction.
The final thing to look for is what extra-curricular experiences there are available to you in both Universities. Have a look at the societies and sports pages (normally on the Student Union websites), to see if there are things there that interest you.
Additionally, if this applies, have a look into disability support services, normally there is somebody you can contact to chat to about support provisions/ inclusivity practices.
I hope that this helps provide some insight, and good luck with choosing!
~ Niamh
Natural Science Student Ambassador at Lancaster University
I study Natural Sciences at Lancaster University, namely Physics and Environmental Science. I am currently in the process of helping my younger sibling decide on which University is right for him (to study Marine Science), so I'll offer you the same advice that I've offered him.
Choosing the right course can be very difficult, especially if you have visited both places and like them both. If you haven't visited both campuses, I would 100% recommend doing this- sometimes the 'feel' of a place can really cement you decision.
For me personally, the amount of field opportunities that my degree offers is something that is really important to me. I also really value lab time, so if there's lab specific modules that you like the look of, that can be really helpful too! I just had a quick look at both course pages, and they both have a page of module choices throughout the three years of the degree- so maybe do a compare and contrast of the two.
Another thing to look out for is the type of skills the degree is equipping you with. Some buzz words to look out for are GIS (Geographic Information Systems), R Studio/ SPSS, and data analysis. Modules that cover these things will be really helpful for both your dissertation, and for careers beyond University.
It also may be worth thinking about what your current interests are. For me, I really enjoy glaciology and hydrology, and have a good choice of modules at Lancaster in these themes. If you are really interested in atmospheric processes (for example), and one offers significantly more options to do with that, they that can also help to guide you in the right direction.
The final thing to look for is what extra-curricular experiences there are available to you in both Universities. Have a look at the societies and sports pages (normally on the Student Union websites), to see if there are things there that interest you.
Additionally, if this applies, have a look into disability support services, normally there is somebody you can contact to chat to about support provisions/ inclusivity practices.
I hope that this helps provide some insight, and good luck with choosing!
~ Niamh
Natural Science Student Ambassador at Lancaster University
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by Kieran_ellisIm stuck between choosing a bsc at York or one at Aberystwyth for environmental science. Does anyone doing either of these courses recommend or discourage one more or less??
Really appreciate any help 🙏
Really appreciate any help 🙏
Hi! Are you any closer to a decision? Have you had the opportunity to visit either location to get a proper feel for the place? If I could go back to uni I would study environmental science
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