BSc Environment and Development

Overview

A science-based degree addressing environmental change and sustainable development through applied research and practice.

Graduates pursue careers in environmental planning, sustainability, development and research.

Accreditation: GTEC institutional accreditation. Confirm professional body requirements for your award where relevant.

How you’ll study

Disciplinary foundations. You build the core of your field — methods, writing and the concepts that define the discipline.

Applied work. Fieldwork, practicums or seminars (as the award requires) turn theory into practice.

Capstone. A final essay, project or dissertation demonstrates independent work at the level of the award.

Exact modules are confirmed in the student handbook and by the school each year.

Entry requirements

Element

Requirement

Standard entry

WASSCE/SSSCE: credit passes in six subjects — three core (English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science or Social Studies) plus three relevant electives — with an aggregate of 24 or better (WASSCE grades A1–C6 / SSSCE A–D). GCE: credit passes in five O-Level subjects (including English and Mathematics) and passes in two–three A-Level subjects. Mature applicants (25+): entrance examination and/or interview.

Confirm exact wording with Admissions before you submit. Check eligibility · Application guidelines.

Careers

Graduates pursue careers in environmental planning, sustainability, development and research.