A Level Environmental Science

Our core entry requirements are six or more GCSEs at grade 5+, including 5+ in English literature, language and mathematics. There are also subject-specific criteria for some subjects as detailed on our websites linked below.

Entry requirements on the Sir Isaac Newton Sixth Form website

Entry requirements on the Jane Austen College website

Our application process takes place completely online through our dedicated application website here. Following your application to join us from Help You Choose, we'll contact you

Environmental sciences is ideal for those with a strong interest in conservation and the impact of humans on the planet. It covers topics as diverse as the physical environment including changes to the atmosphere and weather patterns; the living environment including evolution of life on Earth to the research methods which underpinned the theories being studied and how the data used is gathered and used to model the processes studied.

Students who enjoy a multi-disciplinary approach to learning and have a keen interest in the sustainability of our planet will find the course engaging and thought-provoking.

Key topics include the biophysical environment, energy resources, pollution, circular economy and sustainability. It will include real-life case studies to give real-world applications to their work. This work will be supported by lessons in research techniques and statistical analysis of data. Both skills will be ideal preparation for life in industry and university. It is examined at the end of year 13 with two 3 hour papers.

Higher tier GCSE biology/chemistry grade 5 or higher tier combined (trilogy) science grades 5,5

For entry to the school overall, you will need six or more GCSEs at grade 5+ including maths, English literature and English language