University of Nottingham Ningbo China
BSc, Environmental Science (2+2)
BachelorPROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
Only available in 1 study model which is 2+2 (2 years studying in China and 2 years studying in UK Campus)
Course overview
This course allows you to develop skills in the collection, processing, and analysis of environmental data which are required in the development and evaluation of policy and practical training in the techniques of environmental management.
The course is multidisciplinary in nature and involves modules from two Schools: Geography and Biosciences. You can also choose modules managed by other departments. Students benefit from exposure to this wide range of perspectives on environmental processes and issues.
This wide choice of modules allows you to design a degree programme tailored to your interests and career aspirations with an emphasis throughout on teaching practical and transferable skills.
Special features
Our undergraduate programme covers all significant aspects of environmental sciences and aims to equip you with a comprehensive understanding of the discipline. We also aim to develop your practical, analytical and communication skills to enhance your future career prospects.
You will benefit from a wealth of unique opportunities that only an international, multi-campus university such as Nottingham can offer. For an environmental scientist, this means that you will be able to experience multiple environmental systems across China, Malaysia and the UK and gain a greater understanding of the environmental challenges facing our planet.
Course structure
The degree is offered as a three or four-year programme depending on your entry qualification.
- For domestic students, the course structure follows the Chinese higher education system and is based on a four-year programme.
- For international students, with relevant qualifications, the course structure follows the UK higher education system and is based on a three-year programme.
Careers and further study
Studying for a degree at the University of Nottingham Ningbo, China will provide you with the type of skills and experiences that will prove invaluable in any career, whichever direction you decide to take.
Throughout your time with us, our Career Development Office can work with you to improve your employability skills even further; assisting with job or course applications, searching for appropriate work experience placements and hosting events to bring you closer to a wide range of prospective employers.
Have a look at our careers page for an overview of all the employability support and opportunities that we provide to current students.
Our graduates are well equipped to work in the science sector, including employment as an environmental researcher, manager or consultant.
Among the 29 graduates from BSc (Hons) Environmental Sciences in 2019, 26 chose to continue their studies. 65.4% of them were admitted into the top 50 universities in the world. One of our students was admitted by the University of Pennsylvania as a PhD student.
Qualifications:
1. High school graduate and above.
2. Non-Chinese citizens who hold a foreign passport and comply with the relevant regulations set by the “Document No. 12 (2020) of Ministry of Education of the PRC.".
(http://www.moe.gov.cn/srcsite/A20/moe_850/202006/t20200609_464159.html)
3. Physically and mentally healthy.
4. Applicants under 18 years old (Per September 1st) should provide a letter of guarantee for their guardian in China (notarization required).
Application Documents:
1. Passport: Please scan your passport ID page. If there is any additional or change of the name, please also provide the endorsement page.(bit.ly/ContohPassport) (bit.ly/ContohEndorsement)
2. Recent photo, with the following format: Recent full-faced photo (the head occupies 70% of the size of the photo); the aspect ratio is 4:3; white background without borders; the size must be between 100-500KB (*.jpg,*.jpeg). (bit.ly/Contoh_Photo)
3. Language Certificates
- For English-Taught program: IELTS with an overall score of 5.5-6.5 or TOEFL IBT 85 (subject to each university)
- For Chinese-Taught program: HSK 4-6 (level and minimum score are subject to each major and university)
4. High school diploma (for bachelor degree applicants) and Bachelor or Master diploma (for master and doctoral degree applicants), students who hasn’t graduated should provide an official statement from high school or university as a guarantee of the graduation date (Pre-Graduation Statement). (bit.ly/PreGraduationLetter) (bit.ly/PreGraduationLetter2)
5. High school transcripts (for bachelor degree applicants) and university transcripts (for master and doctoral degree applicants), page sorted from first semester to last or latest semester in one PDF file. Please contact your school to get ‘1 sheet’ kinds of transcripts. (bit.ly/ContohOnePageTranscript)
6. 2 (two) recommendation letters from your teachers in high school (for bachelor degree applicants) and two university professors (for master and doctoral degree applicants) along with letterhead, stamp from the school, and sign. Please also include the email and phone number of the recommenders.
7. Study Plan / Personal Statement, approximately 800 words (English/Mandarin) and must be signed with a clear name. You could check general personal statement points grid here (bit.ly/PoinPersonalStatement)
8. Additional requirements that apply vary from university to university, for example:
- Entrance Examination / Interview.
- Financial Statement (from Bank). (bit.ly/ContohFinancialCertificateProof)
- Curriculum Vitae (CV), you can check the sample or simply look up on google (bit.ly/Contoh_CurriculumVitae_CV)
- Certificate of Non-Criminal Record Report(SKCK) from the Local Indonesian Police. (bit.ly/ContohSKCK)
- Foreigner Physical Examination Form (Medical Check-up Report). (bit.ly/SayaratPengisianForm) (bit.ly/PhysicalExaminationForm)
Note:
- Documents number 4-6 above, MUST be translated into English / Mandarin by the school or a sworn translator, and need to be legalized.
- Please neatly SCAN each file in pdf format, the size must not be more than 1 MB (except the recent photo must comply with the requirements above), then upload everything into the system (www.greatwall.co.id).