Environmental Science
at Redborne Upper School and Community College, Bedford · college
What the college says
Loss of biodiversity, species extinction, climate change, pollution, antibiotic resistance and over-exploitation of resources are some of the biggest threats to our planet and to our existence. This is a relevant and rewarding A Level for students wanting to learn more about these issues, understand the impacts of human activities and discover how we can plan for a future where the natural world is protected and conserved and where the natural processes that provide all our needs are valued and sustainably managed.
What you need to get on
Students must achieve a minimum total of five grades 9 to 4 at GCSE level or equivalents to begin an A level programme. Subject specific criteria can be found here: https://prospectus.redborne.com/sixth-form/courses/
How you are assessed
Academic subjects, mostly exams, three or four at once. The traditional route to university.
What this level means
The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.
Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?
Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.
Where it runs
Redborne Upper School
FLITWICK ROAD AMPTHILL, BEDFORD, MK45 2NU
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · BEDFORD
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