Population growth, global industrialisation and other related issues are putting our planet under unprecedented strain. As an Environmental Geoscientist youll be in a position to apply both acute problem-solving skills and the profound understanding of humanity’s relationship with the planet required to help overcome some of our most significant threats.
This four-year programme gives you a thorough understanding of environmental geoscience, and is an ideal preparation to progress into postgraduate study or a scientific or technical career.
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Population growth, global industrialisation and other related issues are putting our planet under unprecedented strain. As an Environmental Geoscientist youll be in a position to apply both acute problem-solving skills and the profound understanding of humanity’s relationship with the planet required to help overcome some of our most significant threats.<br/><br/>This four-year programme gives you a thorough understanding of environmental geoscience, and is an ideal preparation to progress into postgraduate study or a scientific or technical career.<br/><br/>The Department of Earth Sciences is consistently ranked among the country’s top 10 (The Complete University Guide and The Times Good University Guide 2018) and youll work alongside our expert academics in a friendly, community-focussed department.<br/><br/>Participating in exciting fieldwork opportunities in the UK and overseas will develop your scientific understanding and hands-on experience of environmental, ecological and health issues. Choose from a range of optional modules in years two, three and four, tailoring your learning experience to fit your interests and career ambitions.<br/><br/>You’ll graduate with an integrated Masters (MSci) degree from one of the UK’s most highly-regarded departments, with the practical and research skills you need to pursue a rewarding career in your chosen field.<br/><br/>This programme has been developed to lead students to posgraduate study and and is also recommended for those who wish to undertake a broader and deeper study of the subject. It will prepare you for careers in petroleum geology, environmental engineering, geographic analysis and other exciting sectors. <br/><br/>Develop a deep understanding of humanity’s relationship with the planet.<br/><br/>Participate in exciting fieldwork opportunities.<br/><br/>Choose from a range of optional modules to tailor your learning to fit your interests.<br/><br/>Recommended for those who wish to undertake a broader and deeper study of the subject.<br/><br/>Prepares you for careers in environmental engineering, geographic analysis and other sectors.<br/><br/>Graduate with a degree accredited by the Geological Society.
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
22/09/2025
Campus
Main Site
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
F631
Institution Code
R72
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2
UCAS TariffNot Accepted Scottish HigherA,A,B,B,B Including an acceptable Science subject. Access to HE DiplomaD:27,M:18 In a relevant subject with at least 24 level 3 credits in Science units at Distinction. Please note that the Access to Higher Education Diploma will only be acceptable if the applicant has had a considerable break from education. International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme32 6,5,5 at Higher Level, including an acceptable Science subject, with a minimum of 32 points overall. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)DDM In a Science subject. Substantial Maths content is required. Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)H2,H2,H3,H3,H3 Including H3 in one acceptable Science subject. GCSE/National 4/National 5We require at least five GCSEs at grade A*-C or 9 - 4 including English and Mathematics. Pearson BTEC Extended Diploma (QCF)DDD In a Science subject. Substantial Maths content is required. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)DD In a relevant subject, plus one A-level grade B in an acceptable Science subject. Scottish Advanced HigherA,B,B B,B,B Including an acceptable Science subject. Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - PrincipalApplicants with the Cambridge Pre-U are strongly encouraged to apply to Royal Holloway. Offers will be made on the basis of equivalent A-Level grades as can be found on the Royal Holloway website. Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)Requirements are as for A-levels where one non-subject-specified A-level can be replaced by the same grade in the Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)D Plus two A-levels grades BB including one A-level in an acceptable Science subject. A levelA,B,B B,B,B including a Science subject Where an applicant is taking the EPQ alongside A-levels, the EPQ will be taken into consideration and result in lower A-level grades being required. Socio-economics factors which may have impacted an applicant's education will be taken into consideration and alternative offers may be made to these applicants. Acceptable Science subjects: Mathematics, Physics, Geology, Chemistry, Geography, Biology. |
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Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
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England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands | £9,250 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |
EU, International | £28,900 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |