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Earth & Environmental Science

Environmental scientists, geographers, geologists, and geoscientists are all working together to tackle the planet’s most pressing environmental challenges, including the energy transition, low carbon futures, global food and water security, and understanding and mitigating the impacts of climate change.

Geology involves the study of the Earth's materials, history, processes, resources, and natural hazards.  Geophysics involves the application of physics to many of the same areas, through the use of sound waves, gravity, and electromagnetism.  Environmental Science explores the interplay between Earth processes, ecological systems, and human society.

To explore our upcoming Earth and Environmental Sciences events and activities, as well as resources for teachers and students, please see below.

Activity

Leeds Futures - Environment

Designed to inspire Year 12 students who are interested in studying a degree related to Geography, Geology, Sustainability, Environmental Sciences and Geosciences.

Discover Geography Y12

A campus day visit introducing Year 12 students to Geography at university and the careers it can lead to.

Discover Geography Y9

A campus day visit introducing Year 9 students to Geography at university and the careers it can lead to.

Exploring Environmental Pathways webinar series

A webinar series for teachers, post-16 students and career advisors to get an insight into career pathways in the environment field.

Subject Workshops

Explore a new subject with our in-school taster workshops.

Climate Ambassadors

Request a Climate Ambassador to offer free support to your school on your sustainability journey.

SatSchool

Request a geosciences workshop from the PhD students who run Leeds Satellite School.

Environmental Science Work Experience

Take part in Y12 work experience run by LEAF at Leeds from July 5 to July 9 2027.

Undergraduate Courses

Explore more here about the courses on offer in the School of Earth, Environment and Sustainbility and the School of Geography.

Scholarships

Find out more here about the scholarship opportunities available for students studying at the University of Leeds.