Environmental Science National 5
Study mode: You take fewer course units/modules per week compared to full time.
Course type: National 5
Start in: August
Learning mode: You attend classes in person at the local campus or learning centre., You access classes and/or materials digitally.
How: You attend classes at scheduled times, shown on your timetable.
What is special about this course?
This course develops a scientific understanding of environmental issues. Exploring ecosystems, biodiversity and the connections between living things, you'll examine how human activity can affect the environment.
Through the study of Earth's resources, you'll learn about the atmosphere, hydrosphere, geosphere and biosphere, and how these systems interact. You'll also investigate topics such as food, water and energy security, and sustainability, gaining insight into the environmental issues that shape our world alongisde and buidling analytical, research and problem-solving skills.
Special Features:
- Gain a scientific understanding of environmental issues and sustainable solutions through relevant, real-world topics
- Develop practical investigation, research and critical thinking skills that are valued across a range of study and career pathways
- Recognised as a supporting qualification for many institutions offering Teacher Training, Health and Social Care courses
- Flexible part-time study option, allowing you to learn alongside work or another full-time course while preparing for the National 5 exam in May
No formal entry requirements
Course content includes:
Living environment
- investigating ecosystems and biodiversity;
- interdependence;
- human influences on biodiversity.
Earth's resources
- an overview of Earth systems and their interactions;
- the geosphere;
- the hydrosphere;
- the biosphere;
- the atmosphere.
Sustainability
- an introduction to sustainability;
- food;
- water;
- energy;
- waste management
How will I study my course?
- Part Time
- Online
You will study online through our Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) with support from your lecturer; however, you will be required to attend a prelim and a practical assignment. The SQA exam can be sat on campus or at another agreed centre closer to your home.
How long will my course last?
1 YearPart Time: Online evening
Face to face: Wednesdays
Course cost: £352
- UHI Moray
Start date
August
Fees
If you are studying part time and are on low income or in receipt of certain benefits your course fees may be covered by a fee waiver.
If you are not Ordinarily Resident in Scotland, you may need to pay course fees.
Please refer to our Fees and Funding section for more information.
Funding
Our Student Finance Advisers can advise you on all aspects of student funding. The support available depends upon your personal circumstances.
Please refer to our Fees and Funding section for more information.
Additional costs
If you are studying part time and are on low income or in receipt of certain benefits your course fees may be covered by a fee waiver.
Equipment
You will be required to purchase a scientific calculator (approx. £10). If you are eligible for a bursary these costs will be covered.
What can I do on completion of my course?
Successful completion of this course provides a pathway to employment in a laboratory.
Alternatively, you can progress onto:
- Any Science subject at Higher Level
- Environmental science and sustainability (SCQF Level 6)
Apply for Environmental Science National 5
We are delighted that you are thinking about studying at UHI Moray. UHI Moray operates a fair and open admissions system committed to equality of opportunity and non-discrimination. We consider all applications on merit and on the basis of ability to achieve, without discrimination on grounds of age, disability, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity status, race, religion and/or belief, sex, sexual orientation or socio-economic background. We welcome applications from all prospective students and aim to provide appropriate and efficient services to students with disabilities.