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.

Find out more about the course structure and units available for Geology

A-level Standard offer	AAB including a core science/mathematics subject and another science-related subject, or ABB in three core science/mathematics subjects
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: at least 30 credits at Distinction and 15 at Merit or above; and at least 15 credits at Distinction from units in any one of Physics, Chemistry, or Mathematics; and at least 15 credits at Distinction from units in any one of Biology, Physics, Chemistry or Mathematics. Mature students are welcome to contact mature-students@bristol.ac.uk to check the suitability of their Access course. Mature students can contact mature-students@bristol.ac.uk to check the suitability of their Access course.
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

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.
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.