Bachelor in Environmental Geography

Applications for the Sep 2027 intake are open until Apr 1, 2027; the tuition fee is 16,395 USD per year.

This program in Environmental Geography is designed for students who are passionate about understanding the complex relationships between humans and the environment. It offers a Bachelor of Science degree over three years, focusing on both theoretical knowledge and practical skills. Ideal for those who thrive in collaborative settings and seek to make a positive impact on environmental issues, this program prepares you for a career in a rapidly evolving field.

Students will explore various subjects, including climate change, sustainability, and environmental management. The curriculum emphasizes hands-on learning through fieldwork and projects, allowing you to apply your knowledge in real-world contexts. This practical approach equips you with essential skills such as data analysis, critical thinking, and problem-solving, which are vital in today’s job market.

Graduates can pursue diverse job titles such as Environmental Consultant, Urban Planner, Conservation Scientist, and Sustainability Officer. Employers range from government agencies to non-profit organizations and private companies. The skills gained in this program are transferable across various sectors, making you a valuable asset in industries focused on environmental protection and sustainable development.

You will study on Lord Mayor's Walk, a York St John campus just outside the city's medieval walls with York Minster in view. The university holds a TEF Gold award for Student Experience, and this catalogue lists 21 of its degrees, taught across its York and London campuses.

York St John University sits on Lord Mayor's Walk, a historic campus just outside York's medieval city walls, with a view of York Minster. It has around 7,000 students and staff across its York and London campuses. York offers undergraduate and postgraduate degrees; London teaches mostly postgraduate courses, with a handful of undergraduate top-up options.

How tuition works

Most of the degrees listed here cost £12,100 a year for international students. Five programmes with laboratory, clinical or placement-heavy teaching cost £14,900: Biomedical Science, Diagnostic Radiography, Counselling and Mental Health, and the two English Language and Linguistics degrees. You are guaranteed a place in University accommodation for your first undergraduate year if you apply by the deadline, and York St John awarded more than £1.1 million in scholarships and bursaries in the 2023/24 academic year.

York

You will be based in a city YouGov named the UK's most popular in 2025, two hours from London by train and home to around 200,000 people. Its medieval walls, York Minster and independent shops are on your doorstep. York St John holds a TEF Gold award for Student Experience, and 93% of students rated teaching staff positively in the 2025 National Student Survey.