Our Environmental programmes are consistently ranked highly in the Guardian Good University Guide and for Student Satisfaction in the National Student Survey. Our Environment and Sustainability degree was shortlisted for a prestigious National 'Green Gown' Award. There is also a four year option with a 'work placement' year. The study of environmental problems and solutions is a growing academic field as societies around the world face increasing environmental threats posed by such problems as climate change, biodiversity loss, resource depletion and pollution. In order to tackle contemporary environmental problems effectively, it is essential that societies have well trained people who are able to analyse the scientific, social, economic and political aspects of these complex problems. The Environment and Sustainability degree at Keele University aims to produce graduates who are able to cross the traditional natural science-social science divide and who are prepared to work in a range of sectors. Graduates will have a broad and deep understanding of environmental problems and be conversant with strategies for moving towards sustainability in many different contexts. Keele University has an international reputation for its research and teaching on environmental issues. The Environment and Sustainability degree is taught by a team of environmental specialists working in the fields of environmental science, geoscience, life science, chemical science, politics and international relations, psychology, business management and health. It therefore provides a dynamic, interdisciplinary degree with scope for specialisation in emerging and innovative fields such as clean technology, environmental citizenship, and sustainable urban regeneration. What our students say: "The Environment and Sustainability programme made us as students feel empowered. Without this and the support offered from the staff i do not think i would have achieved half of what I have done." 3rd year student. "The Environment and Sustainability degree has allowed me to develop a widespread set of skills and knowledge beyond what other degrees typically allow thanks to the highly interdisciplinary approach". Environment & Sustainability graduate. "The extra-curricular sustainability opportunities are incredible and have given me insight, skills and experience I wouldn't otherwise had." Environment & Sustainability graduate. What we offer * An exciting, innovative and interdisciplinary approach to Environment and Sustainability issues incorporating the disciplines of geosciences, life sciences, politics and international relations, management, sociology, human and physical geography and health * An integrated programme of fieldwork opportunities allowing the development of practical and investigative skills and a 'real-world' appreciation of environmental problems * An integrated work-placement module and many opportunities to engage with environmental professionals * First-hand training and experiences in a wide range of specialist laboratory, analytical, computing, presentation, writing and research skills relevant to a broad range of environment-related careers, from non-governmental organisations and charities to environmental management and regulation * Access to modern, well-equipped lecture and laboratory-based teaching and research facilities in a recently refurbished building in the centre of campus and the new 'Sustainability Hub' building which incorporates a range of innovative sustainable technologies * Friendly and approachable staff with leading reputations in their fields, many of whom have won a National University award, and a strong commitment to dynamic and supportive high-quality teaching

All organisations, from private business to local government, increasingly need to engage with environment and sustainability issues, hence this is one of the fastest growing areas of employment opportunities. A degree in Environment and Sustainability will prepare graduates for a broad range of environment and non-environment-related careers, including careers in non-governmental organisations, charities, local and regional government, environmental management and environmental regulatory bodies and industry. Throughout the course, you will have many opportunities to work and engage with environmental professionals, through lectures and seminars given by external speakers, through your third year project where you have the opportunity of working directly with environmental organisations, through engaging with environmental professionals during your field courses and through undertaking an environment and sustainability work placement as part of your course.