**This course is accredited from the Geological Society of London and the Royal Astronomical Society. As well as your main Imperial degree, you will also receive the award of the Associateship of Royal School of Mines (ARSM) on completion of this course.**
Find out how solid planetary bodies are explored using geological and geophysical principles.
This degree focuses on planets, moons, asteroids, and comets, along with geological and geophysical processes in the Solar System. You will also learn about geosciences, physics, chemistry, mathematics, engineering, and ...
**This course is accredited from the Geological Society of London and the Royal Astronomical Society. As well as your main Imperial degree, you will also receive the award of the Associateship of Royal School of Mines (ARSM) on completion of this course.**<br/><br/>Find out how solid planetary bodies are explored using geological and geophysical principles.<br/><br/>This degree focuses on planets, moons, asteroids, and comets, along with geological and geophysical processes in the Solar System. You will also learn about geosciences, physics, chemistry, mathematics, engineering, and computing as part of an interdisciplinary degree.<br/><br/>During the first two years, youll take core subjects alongside students from other Earth Science degrees.<br/><br/>In your third year, you can choose from optional geology or physics modules, such as astrobiology, earth systems, planetary physics, ore deposits and collisions.<br/><br/>As part of our courses, youll engage in fieldwork, which allows you to put knowledge into practice and develop valuable skills.<br/><br/>Some students have the option to work in the field mapping the geology of areas such as the Greek Cyclades, French Massif Central, Pyrenees, French Alps, and North West Scotland. <br/><br/>In your fourth year, you study modules of your choice as you complete your Masters. Youll also undertake a major research project.<br/><br/>The planetary sciences are extremely popular due to the abundance of active and upcoming missions, requiring students to know the fundamentals of geosciences but also to be familiar with current knowledge and research problems.
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
28/09/2024
Campus
Main Site
Application deadline
Provider Details
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Course Code
F647
Institution Code
I50
Points of Entry
Year 1
A levelA,A,A Must include: A in Mathematics A in Physics, Chemistry, Geology, Biology or Geography General Studies and Critical Thinking are not accepted. If you are made an offer you will be required to achieve a pass in the practical endorsement in all science subjects that form part of the offer. UCAS TariffScottish HigherAccess to HE DiplomaInternational Baccalaureate Diploma Programme38 Our minimum entry standard is 38 points overall, to include: 6 in Mathematics* at higher level 6 in Biology, Chemistry, Geography, Geology or Physics at higher level *Mathematics Analysis and Approaches or the Applications and Interpretation syllabi will be accepted at higher level with no preference. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - PrincipalD3,D3,D3 Must include: D3 in Mathematics D3 in Physics, Chemistry, Geology, Biology or Geography T Level |
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Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
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England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,250 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |
EU, International | £40,940 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |