BSC ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
September 2025
Full time
Three or four years
Available
Suzhou
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School of Science
Qualification,XJTLU,BSc Environmental Science,University of Liverpool,BSc Environmental Science
Knowledge and skills
By the time you graduate from the BSc in Environmental Science, you will have:
- problem-solving competencies across the major programme focus areas of ecological, geophysical and chemical systems
- the ability to demonstrate a high degree of scientific literacy, including an understanding of how scientific knowledge is constructed in the programme focus areas
- a firm grasp of fundamental and applied scientific perspective and a proficiency in laboratory- and field-based analysis
- the ability to communicate to scientists and the public about regional and global issues and their relationship to society from a scientific perspective, promoting multicultural understanding of environmental issues and their importance.
China aims to achieve sustainable development. The Environmental Science programme equips you with a global outlook on studying both the natural and human modified environments and equips you with the skills to tackle environmental issues in China and beyond.
Dr Lei Han
Programme Director
Modules
*Programme modules listed are illustrative only and subject to change.
Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University offers a wide range of courses in the first year, including English for academic purposes (EAP), mathematics and physics, and humanities and social sciences. Click to learn more.
Core Modules
I love the learning environment in our department and our opportunities are enhanced by interactive teaching, good lab equipment, field trips, and social activities.
Yijin (James) Guo
Student, BSc Environmental Science, China
Careers
More than 90% of graduates pursue further MS and/or PhD education at top ranked international Universities. Graduates from this programme will be well-prepared for positions such as environmental consultant, governmental policy maker, environmental impact assessment specialist, laboratory scientist, geographic information systems analyst, ecosystem restoration engineer, environmental education officer, green technology specialist, and Environmental health and safety (EHS) officer.
Overview
As an interdisciplinary discipline, environmental science covers chemistry, geography, mathematics, and humanity studies. Students majoring in Environmental Science will be committed to promoting global biodiversity conservation, and providing technical and policy support for solving environmental problems. The ultimate goal will be to achieve the harmonious coexistence between human and the natural environment.
You will learn to apply problem-solving skills to some of the greatest challenges facing humanity today. Furthermore, you will gain field skills through participating in international field trips in coastal and mountain environments, learning about surveying and interviewing key community stakeholders.
Why should I study Environmental Science at XJTLU?
Accreditation
This programme is accredited by the Community for Environmental Disciplines in Higher Education (CEDHE), the education committee of the Institution of Environmental Sciences (IES). CEDHE is the collective voice of the environmental sciences academic community and serves to enhance the quality of environmental education worldwide. A programme accredited by CEDHE is assured to meet high standards, contain a strong component of practical, field and theoretical activities, and has excellent opportunities for training, work experience and links to the professional environmental sector. Students enrolled on CEDHE-accredited programmes can apply for free Student Membership of the IES and for a fast-track route to membership once they graduate. This programme is aligned with the academic requirements for Registered Environmental Practitioner (REnvP) and starts graduates on a route towards becoming a Chartered Environmentalist (CEnv) or Chartered Scientist (CSci).