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Bachelor in Environmental Sciences for Sustainability

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Bachelor in Environmental Sciences for Sustainability

duration4 years

languageEnglish

locationSegovia

intakeSeptember

Mode of studyFull-time

FormatIn-person

duration4 years

languageEnglish

locationSegovia

intakeSeptember

Mode of studyFull-time

FormatIn-person

THE STUDY PLAN FOR THE BACHELOR IN ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES FOR SUSTAINABILITY

The study plan for the Bachelor in Environmental Sciences for Sustainability at IE University has been designed by our expert faculty and blends an in-depth knowledge of the basic and environmental sciences with technology, economy and law. This allows a multidimensional understanding of how the environment impacts our societies and how societies impact the environment, demonstrating that interdependence is straightforward.

Using a hands-on approach and project-based learning, the program provides students with a solid scientific base, an understanding of the current socio-political and regulatory environment and a command of the relevant digital tools and technologies, empowering them to develop solutions to practical cases and apply their knowledge to specific environmental situations.

This will aid them to develop profiles that are able to adapt to the demands of the fast-growing “green economy” and apply their transdisciplinary skills to all work sectors.

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BACHELOR IN ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES FOR SUSTAINABILITY STUDY PLAN

YEAR 1

1ST SEMESTER

Courses

MATHEMATICS

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Type

Core

ECTS

Courses

CHEMISTRY

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Type

Core

ECTS

Courses

BIOLOGY

Professors

Type

Core

ECTS

Courses

RESEARCH METHODS, SCIENTIFIC WRITING AND COMMUNICATION

Professors

Type

Mandatory

ECTS

Courses

SOCIETY, LAND AND ENVIRONMENT

Professors

Type

Mandatory

ECTS

2ND SEMESTER

Courses

GEOLOGY

Professors

Type

Core

ECTS

Courses

PHYSICS

Professors

Type

Core

ECTS

Courses

INSTRUMENTAL METHODS FOR ENVIRONMENTAL MEASUREMENT

Professors

Type

Core

ECTS

Courses

HUMANITIES

Professors

Type

Mandatory

ECTS

Courses

PRINCIPLES OF ECOLOGY

Professors

Type

Core

ECTS

YEAR 2

1ST SEMESTER

Courses

BIOSTATISTICS

Professors

Type

Mandatory

ECTS

Courses

ANIMAL BIODIVERSITY

Professors

Type

Core

ECTS

Courses

PLANT BIODIVERSITY

Professors

Type

Core

ECTS

Courses

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES SPACIAL MODELLING

Professors

Type

Mandatory

ECTS

Courses

TECHNOLOGY

Professors

Type

Mandatory

ECTS

Courses

ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT

Professors

Type

Mandatory

ECTS

2ND SEMESTER

Courses

ENVIRONMENTAL MICROBIOLOGY

Professors

Type

Mandatory

ECTS

Courses

APPLIED ECOLOGY

Professors

Type

Core

ECTS

Courses

PRINCIPLES OF ENVIRONMENTAL SYSTEMS ENGINEERING

Professors

Type

Mandatory

ECTS

Courses

ENTREPRENEURSHIP

Professors

Type

Mandatory

ECTS

Courses

PRINCIPLES OF SOIL SCIENCES

Professors

Type

Mandatory

ECTS

YEAR 3

1ST SEMESTER

Courses

WATER RESOURCES: HYDROLOGY AND HYDROGEOLOGY

Professors

Type

Mandatory

ECTS

Courses

MANAGEMENT AND CONSERVATION OF FLORA, FAUNA AND PROTECTED AREAS

Professors

Type

Mandatory

ECTS

Courses

ENVIRONMENTAL ECONOMICS AND POLICY

Professors

Type

Mandatory

ECTS

Courses

ENVIRONMENTAL LAW

Professors

Type

Mandatory

ECTS

Courses

IE CHALLENGE

Professors

Type

Mandatory

ECTS

2ND SEMESTER

Courses

CLIMATE CHANGE: METEOROLOGY AND CLIMATOLOGY

Professors

Type

Mandatory

ECTS

Courses

PROJECT DEVELOPMENT AND MANAGEMENT

Professors

Type

Mandatory

ECTS

Courses

HUMAN DINAMICS AND ENVIRONMENT

Professors

Type

Mandatory

ECTS

Courses

ENVIRONMENTAL BIOTECHNOLOGY

Professors

Type

Mandatory

ECTS

Courses

ENVIRONMENTAL TOXICOLOGY

Professors

Type

Mandatory

ECTS

YEAR 4

1ST SEMESTER

Courses

DATABASES, MODELLING AND BID DATA

Professors

Type

Mandatory

ECTS

Courses

ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION ANALYSIS AND ASSESSMENT

Professors

Type

Mandatory

ECTS

Courses

ELECTIVES

Professors

Type

Elective

ECTS

2ND SEMESTER

Courses

ELECTIVES

Professors

Type

Elective

ECTS

Courses

FINAL PROJECT

Professors

Type

ECTS

Components

Credits

CORE COURSES

MANDATORY COURSES

132

ELECTIVES COURSES

FINAL PROJECT

CREDITS NEEDED TO GRADUATE

240

* This study plan is under review and is subject to change.

CONTACT THE ADMISSIONS DEPARTMENT FOR DETAILS AND UPDATES

LEARN MORE ABOUT ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES FOR SUSTAINABILITY DEGREE

First year - Bachelor in Environmental Sciences and Sustainability | IE University

FIRST YEAR - CORE BASIC SCIENCES. TECHNOLOGY FOUNDATIONS. RESEARCH METHOD.

The first year builds the foundation for your Bachelor in Environmental Sciences for Sustainability journey. You’ll get a thorough grounding in biology, as well as mathematics and physics as they apply to environmental science. You will have one project per semester and a field trip for hands-on experience. We will study research methods to train writing and communication skills from the beginning and many laboratory sessions to put your knowledge and environmental measuring techniques into practice.

Second year - Bachelor in Environmental Sciences and Sustainability | IE University

SECOND YEAR - APPLIED SCIENCES. SYSTEMIC THINKING. ENTREPRENEURSHIP.

In the second year, you’ll continue the study of Plants, Animals and Microorganisms, Ecology Engineering and Contamination. We’ll take a closer look at Technologies for Spatial Measurements, fundamentals of statistics and probability, and you’ll be introduced to a transversal module in entrepreneurship as well as a project and field trip focused on Ecosystem restoration and pollution evaluation.

Third year - Bachelor in Environmental Sciences and Sustainability | IE University

THIRD YEAR – SUSTAINABILITY AND ENVIRONMENTAL CHALLENGES. ECONOMY AND LAW.

In the third year, you will look at some of the great challenges of our time: climate, water and ecosystem dynamics. As well you will be introduced to the economics, regulation and sociology of environmental science. You’ll also be introduced to Biotechnology. The second semester will include a field trip focused on Environmental Toxicology.

Fourth year - Bachelor in Environmental Sciences and Sustainability | IE University

FOURTH YEAR – BIG DATA. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT & RISK ASSESSMENT. CAPSTONE PROJECT. CAREER SPECIALIZATION

Your final year is dedicated to electives, where you can take all that you’ve learned over the past three years and deepen your knowledge even further while pursuing topics and a specialization that you are passionate about. In the first semester, you will learn about the virtues of Big Data and AI as valuable tools for environmental impact assessment. Before completing your degree, you’ll embark on the Capstone Project, giving you hands-on experience in tackling real-world issues.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What do students study in environmental science?

What are the elements/levels of bachelor in enviromental sciences?

The Bachelor in Environmental Sciences for Sustainability is divided into 4 years. You need 240 Credits to graduate from this Bachelor.

How hard is an environmental science degree?

The Bachelor in Environmental Sciences for Sustainability is a challenging program that provides students with a solid scientific base, an understanding of the current socio-political and regulatory environment and a command of the relevant digital tools and technologies, empowering them to develop solutions to practical cases and apply their knowledge to specific environmental situations.

What is the main aim of studying environmental science?

Studying a Bachelor in Environmental Sciences for Sustainability prepares you to address complex sustainability challenges from a scientific, technological and socio-economic perspective.

What do you study in environmental science degree?

Studying a Bachelor in Environmental Sciences for Sustainability means you will address major environmental and global challenges using scientific knowledge and enerate positive change for society and the environment.

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