Explore the Planet. Understand the Science. Shape a Sustainable Future.

The two-year programme; A level Environmental Science is a fascinating, real world science that explores how the Earth works and how human activity affects the planet. You’ll study major global issues such as climate change, energy use, pollution and sustainability, using scientific evidence to understand problems and evaluate solutions. This course combines elements of biology, chemistry, physics and geography, making it an excellent choice if you enjoy science and want to make a difference, especially in areas likely environmental sustainability, conservation science or sustainable development.

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YEAR ONE CONTENT

In Year One, you’ll focus on The Physical Environment, Energy Resources and Pollution. You’ll explore renewable energy, strategies to secure future energy, pollution management, as well as atmospheric processes, climate change and Earth systems. You’ll also begin developing practical research skills, including fieldwork, data collection and scientific analysis.

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YEAR TWO CONTENT

Year Two develops your understanding of The living Environment, Biological Resources and Sustainability. You’ll explore conditions for life on Earth, biological resource use including agriculture, aquatic systems, and forest preservation. conservation of biodiversity and energy cycles including sustainable development goals and carbon footprints. Research methods are embedded throughout, helping you analyse real data and make evidence based decisions about environmental issues.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Environmental Science is assessed through two written exams at the end of the two‑year course, each lasting three hours and worth 50% of the final grade. Questions include multiple‑choice, short answers and extended writing, allowing you to demonstrate both knowledge and critical thinking skills.

Practical skills and fieldwork are essential parts of the course. You’ll learn how to plan investigations, sample environments, analyse data, and evaluate research methods. These skills are assessed through exam questions that reflect real scientific practice and modern environmental research. You will need to complete a practical log book / portfolio of your work as evidence of completion.

This course prepares you for:

  • University degrees in environmental science, biology, geography, ecology, sustainability or environmental management
  • Careers in conservation, renewable energy, climate research, environmental policy or consultancy
  • Apprenticeships or higher level science and environmental courses

It also builds highly transferable skills such as data analysis, problem solving, evaluation and communication, valued by employers in many industries.

Students are expected to meet the standard entry requirements for Corby Sixth Form (minimum of 5x GCSEs at grades 4 and above including English and Maths)

Subject specific requirements:

  • Grade 4 in English
  • 5 in Maths
  • 5,4 in Science

  • Study real global issues that matter to everyone’s future
  • Develop practical scientific and research skills
  • Encourages critical thinking and independent learning
  • Complements A levels in Biology, Geography, Chemistry, Maths and Physics
  • One of the most relevant and modern science A levels available today
The Corby Sixth Form A-Levels
September 2026

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