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A UNIQUE 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 builds a strong foundation in a wide variety of core scientific disciplines, including biology, chemistry, physics, mathematics, ecology, geology and data-driven environmental modeling, integrated with technology and environmental policy. This approach allows students to develop a multidisciplinary understanding of how natural systems function and interact with society, while keeping their future career paths open before specializing.
Using a hands-on and project-based approach, the program requires students to engage in fieldwork, data analysis and research, applying scientific methods to real environmental challenges. They work on practical cases that involve multiple stakeholders, including public institutions and organizations, reflecting the inherent complexity of environmental problem-solving in real-world contexts.
This rigorous and applied training enables students to develop the analytical and technical skills needed to address challenges across sectors, translating scientific knowledge into evidence-based solutions that are both scientifically sound and grounded in real-world constraints.
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BACHELOR IN ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES FOR SUSTAINABILITY STUDY PLAN
OFFICIAL PROGRAM INFORMATION
FACT SHEET: Â official ECTS credits and university degree registration
PROGRAM
Bachelor in Environmental Sciences for Sustainability
DURATION
4 years
LANGUAGE
English
CENTRES OF STUDY AND NUMBER OF PLACES
Facultad de Ciencias Experimentales (Segovia) – 50 places
CREDITS
Total number of credits: 240 ECTS*
Distribution of credits and subjects**:
Core subjects – 60 ECTS
Mandatory subjects – 132 ECTS
Elective subjects – 36 ECTS
Final Project – 12 ECTS
AREA OF KNOWLEDGE
Environmental Sciences and Ecology
TEACHING METHODOLOGY
Face-to-face
SPANISH MINISTRY’S REGISTRY OF UNIVERSITIES, CENTRES AND DEGREES
ASSURANCE AGENCY
ACSUCYL*** – Buscador TÃtulos Oficiales
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*European Credit Transfer System
**The character of the subjects is defined by the Spanish legislation
***Quality Assurance Agency for the University System in Castilla y León
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FIRST YEAR
The first year builds the foundation for your Bachelor in Environmental Sciences for Sustainability journey. You'll develop 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. From the outset, you will engage with applicable research methods, sharpen your scientific writing and communication skills, and participate in extensive laboratory sessions to put your knowledge and environmental measuring techniques into practice.
SECOND YEAR
In the second year, you'll continue your study of natural sciences, while expanding your technological knowledge with Databases, Modeling and Big Data. You'll take a closer look at Technologies for Spatial Measurements, fundamentals of statistics and probability, and 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
In the third year, you will examine how environmental challenges impact business and society through Environmental Impact Assessment and Environmental Pollution Analysis and Assessment. You will also be introduced to the economics, regulation and sociology of environmental science, as well as Biotechnology. The second semester will include a field trip focused on Environmental Toxicology.
FOURTH YEAR
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 further while pursuing topics and a specialization that you are passionate about. In the first semester, you will explore Environmental Economics and Policy. 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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What sets our faculty apart is their deep integration into the fields they teach. Not only do they work within the industries they're teaching about, bringing firsthand knowledge and insights to the classroom, but they're also involved in pioneering research that pushes the boundaries of their disciplines.
Our professors ensure they stay at the forefront of the latest developments in science and technology by actively contributing to new and ongoing research. They bring these insights directly into the learning experience, equipping students with the tools, knowledge and mindset needed to succeed in today’s rapidly advancing tech and science landscape.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What do you study in an environmental science degree?Â
Our program takes a multidisciplinary approach that allows students to build strong foundations in core scientific disciplines including biology, chemistry, physics, ecology and geology, building a comprehensive understanding of ecosystems, natural resources and climate. This base is combined with relevant digital tools, real-world business insights, and a deep grasp of environmental policy, empowering you to develop practical and impactful solutions to today’s biggest sustainability challenges.
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How hard is an environmental science degree?Â
Our program is academically rigorous and demanding because it combines multiple scientific disciplines with data-driven environmental modeling, fieldwork, lab experimentation and research. Students are expected to collect and analyze data, apply quantitative methods and work on practical projects involving real-world challenges and multiple stakeholders, developing both the scientific depth and practical problem-solving skills required in the sustainability sector.
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- What is the main aim of studying environmental sciences for sustainability?
The main aim is to develop the scientific, analytical and technical expertise to understand environmental systems and address sustainability challenges. Through a multidisciplinary foundation, you’ll learn to investigate environmental issues, interpret raw data and apply scientific methods to real-world contexts. By the end, you’ll be equipped to design and implement evidence-based solutions that balance environmental, technological, and societal considerations.
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