Geoscience with a Year in Industry Msci (Hon)

Understanding the Earth Sciences means understanding the past, present and future of our planet and the living things on it. Geoscience with a Year in Industry at Royal Holloway, University of London takes a holistic approach to the Earth Sciences, bringing together disciplines including chemistry, physics, biology and maths to give you a more thorough understanding of the processes that govern our world.<br/><br/>This flexible programme gives you the chance to select from a variety of optional modules including Volcanology and Terrestrial Palaeoecology, allowing you to tailor your degree to your own interests and ambitions. You’ll experience a year in industry, gaining applicable work experience and putting your skills to use during an industrial placement year.<br/><br/>You’ll study in a department consistently ranked among the country’s top 10 (The Complete University Guide and The Times Good University Guide 2018), and graduate with a Masters degree in a field with excellent graduate employment prospects. Department of Earth Sciences alumni have gone on to enjoy careers in the hydrocarbon and environmental industries, among others.<br/><br/>Pursue your passion for Geoscience at Royal Holloway and you’ll contribute to our leading research culture, submitting your Independent Geoscience Project in Year 5 with the option for an additional Research Proposal.<br/><br/>Develop an in-depth understanding of the complex systems that govern our planet<br/><br/>Join a research intensive department, with 94% of our research rated world-leading or internationally excellent (REF, 2014)<br/><br/>Graduate with an integrated Masters degree in Earth Sciences<br/><br/>This degree accredited by the Geological Society can lead to Chartered Geologist status<br/><br/>Gain practical skills geared towards a career in Earth Sciences and other related fields