MSci Geology (F603)
2021 entry
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UCAS code | F603 |
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Application method | UCAS |
Course duration | 4 year(s) full-time |
Tuition fees |
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Location of course | Clifton campus |
Part-time study | Part-time study is not available for this course |
About MSci Geology
If you are naturally curious about our planet and interested in finding solutions to global problems, then this course could be for you. You will learn about the physics, chemistry and history of the Earth through hands-on examination of earth materials such as rocks, minerals and fossils, and using remote sensing techniques such as seismic waves to explore the structure and chemistry of its inaccessible areas.
In years one and two you will gain a firm grounding in earth sciences, building your knowledge to inform your choice of third-year and fourth-year options. Your third year also includes an independent mapping project, either in the UK or overseas. In the fourth year you will study advanced topics, then undertake a major research project in the second half of the year. A number of our previous students' project reports have been published in scientific journals.
We have a large geology collection and the ability to measure unique geochemical reactions, giving you an insight into geology in practice. The course includes over 40 days of fieldwork in the UK and overseas, the cost of which is included in your tuition fee.
All our geology degrees are accredited by the Geological Society of London and transfers between courses may be possible.
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Typical offer for MSci Geology - applicants must meet one of the following
A-level Standard offer |
AAB including a core science/mathematics subject and another science-related subject, or ABB in three core science/mathematics subjects
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A-level Contextual offer What is a contextual offer? | ABC including AB (in any order) in a core science/mathematics subject and another science-related subject |
Science practicals | A pass in the practical element of all English examination board science A-levels is expected. |
International Baccalaureate Diploma Standard offer |
34 points overall with 17 at Higher Level, including 6, 5 (in any order) at Higher Level in a core science/mathematics subject (either Analysis and Approaches or Applications and Interpretations) and another science-related subject, or 32 points overall with 16 at Higher Level, including 6, 5, 5 in three three core science/mathematics subjects |
International Baccalaureate Diploma Contextual offer What is a contextual offer? |
31 points overall with 15 at Higher Level, including 6, 5 (in any order) at Higher Level in a core science/mathematics (either Analysis and Approaches or Applications and Interpretations) subject and another science-related subject |
Cambridge Pre-U offer | Requirements for principal subjects are as for A-level, where D1/ D2 is A*, D3 is A, M1/ M2 is B, and M3 is C. |
Access to HE Diploma offer | Access to HE Diploma in Applied Science, Biology combined with Chemistry, Biomedical Sciences, Bioscience, Life Science, or Science. The 45 graded Level 3 credits must include:
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BTEC offer | DDD in Applied Science or Engineering, plus B in A-level Mathematics, Physics or Chemistry |
Scottish Qualifications Authority offer | Advanced Higher: AB in two science/mathematics subjects, and Standard Higher: AAABB |
Welsh Baccalaureate offer | Requirements are as for A-levels, where you can substitute a non-subject specific grade for the Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate at that grade. |
European Baccalaureate offer | 80% overall, with 8.5, 8.0 in a core science/mathematics (either Analysis and Approaches or Applications and Interpretations) subject and another science-related subject (in any order) |
UK qualifications | Further information about UK qualifications |
International qualifications | Accepted international qualifications |
Specified subjects
Core science/mathematics subjects include: Biology; Chemistry; Further Mathematics; Mathematics; and Physics.
Science-related subjects also include: Computer Science; Environmental Science; Geography; Geology; Marine Science; and Psychology.
Applicants must also meet these requirements
GCSE profile requirements | Profile: Higher numeracy requirement (6 or B in GCSE Mathematics or equivalent) Further information about GCSE requirements and profile levels. |
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English language requirements | If English is not your first language, you need to meet this profile level: Profile C Further information about English language requirements and profile levels. |
How we assess your application
Deferred entry
For this course deferred entry is: Welcomed
Selection process
UCAS. Mature applicants and those who have not followed one of the above routes of education will be invited for an interview and test.
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Accreditation
This course is recognised by the following organisations:
The Geological Society for the purpose of partially meeting the experience requirement for Chartered Geologist.
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