Science that serves the planet
Learn today, protect tomorrow
Skills for a sustainable future
Curious about the challenges facing our planet, the science that sustains life, or exploring green technologies as solutions? Environmental Science brings these questions to life through action in the classroom, equipping learners with the knowledge and skills to shape a more sustainable world.
Education with an environmental impact
Currently our fastest-growing science qualification, this A-level enables you to pursue environmental values and build the eco champions of tomorrow. By offering a timely and relevant way to engage students with real-world issues and future-focused learning, it strengthens your sustainability ethos and showcases commitment to a greener future.
Why A-level Environmental Science is the right choice for your learners
Employability
Offering real-world relevance in one of the fastest-growing fields of employment.
Recognition
Recognised by universities as a core science qualification, connecting the fields of biology, chemistry, geography and physics.
Future thinking
Preparing your students with the necessary knowledge and skills to engage with one of the most important conversations of our time: how to take care of our planet.
Pathways with purpose
Environmental Science opens doors to meaningful and impactful careers.
Environmental Science and sustainability are among the fastest-growing fields in employment. This qualification gives students the option of progressing to a diverse range of further study and employment in the environmental science, management and conversation sectors. It provides a solid foundation for learners to make a real impact, whether that’s through further education, a future in sustainability, or an apprenticeship in a green industry.
Popular degree courses include: environmental science, biology, geology, geography, ecology, marine biology, and zoology.
Aspects of study
- The living environment
- The physical environment
- Energy resources
- Pollution
- Biological resources
- Sustainability
- Research methods
Attainable skills
- Field work
- Data analysis
- Problem solving
- Communication
- Scientific literacy
Support and key materials
While we continue to add more to our resource offer, explore our specification and current training materials that have been designed to help you and your learners succeed.
Contact our Environmental Science team
Email: alevelscience@aqa.org.uk
Call
01483 477 756
8am–5pm Monday to Friday
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