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“The general mission of Nurdle is to create a genuine difference to our oceans, coastlines and associated wildlife.”
BSc (Hons) Environmental Science graduate co-founded a business (Nurdle) to clean south-west beaches of marine debris, specifically 'nurdles' with funding from the University's BETA Enterprise Programme.
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“The overlapping diversity of disciplines here at Plymouth makes it a great place to study geology, and our fantastic geological backyard is ideal for an outstanding range of fieldwork experiences.”
Professor of Geoscience Communication, Sustainable Earth Institute
Port Isaac, Cornwall
Pedn Vounder and Porthcurno Beach, South Cornwall
Haytor, Dartmoor National Park
“Studying environmental science will help you to understand how the climate works, but in order to tackle the issue of climate change you have to handle yourself in the realms of economics, sociology, culture, philosophy, even theology.”
“I would never been offered my job if I hadn’t gained the HSE Scuba qualification. It has led to a job straight out of university and to some fantastic opportunities.”
“There were many highlights. Travelling away in the first year was the first time I felt challenged to be a geographer. The legendary trip to Iceland. And the camaraderie that developed with the academic staff and technical team.”
Simon Quincey, BSc (Hons) Geography graduate
“I'm studying environmental science because I want to ensure what we've got is still here for future generations. I'm passionate about educating others on how they can play their part in preserving the environment.”
Ben, BSc (Hons) Environmental Science student
“I got to go on loads of field trips, which is one of the reasons I applied for the programme. We got to go to Sicily and see volcanoes erupting, we went to Pembrokeshire in the rain, but it was a great bonding trip, and I made such amazing friends.
I really enjoyed the Volcanology aspect of the course and I kind of knew I would when I got here. The staff are a really great bunch of people, so supportive and just so much fun.”
Sophie, BSc (Hons) Geology graduate
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Bringing together experts across a range of disciplines to deliver a unique blend of insights and perspectives from the forefront of new discoveries.
