Geology MSci
Course Overview - Geology MSci
Unravel the mysteries of volcanic eruptions, climate change, and dinosaur extinction, gaining insights into the planets past and future environmental challenges. Undertake a personalised research project and a skills-based field module with an international trip, while customising your journey with optional modules in Earth Sciences and Physical Geography to deepen your unique interests.
Why Study Geology at Birmingham?
Research-led teaching – Our research informs our programmes, taught by expert academics.
Flexib...
Unravel the mysteries of volcanic eruptions, climate change, and dinosaur extinction, gaining insights into the planets past and future environmental challenges. Undertake a personalised research project and a skills-based field module with an international trip, while customising your journey with optional modules in Earth Sciences and Physical Geography to deepen your unique interests.<br/><br/><strong>Why Study Geology at Birmingham?</strong><br/><br/><strong>Research-led teaching –</strong> Our research informs our programmes, taught by expert academics. <br/><br/><strong>Flexibility -</strong> The varied module portfolio allows you to specialise in areas of interest, from natural hazards to climate change and hydrogeology.<br/><br/><strong>Fieldwork –</strong> An essential part of our degree programmes. In the first two years youll dive into exciting fieldwork gaining observational and analytical skills. Destinations in the past have included Pembrokeshire, Jurassic Coast, Cornwall, Crete and Spain. The best bit, the University currently covers travel and accommodation costs for all compulsory field courses.<br/><br/><strong>Accreditation -</strong> Accredited by the Geological Society of London, it meets professional standards and aids in achieving Chartered Geologist status. Graduates can explore thrilling careers in mining, the oil industry, hydrogeology, pollution control, and environmental protection.
Course Information
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
28/09/2026
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
7F83
Institution Code
B32
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
Not Accepted
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
32
6,6,5 32 points overall Including HL in 1 Required Science from the same list needed for A-Levels
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
We welcome students studying BTEC qualifications as an alternative to A levels, and accept BTEC Extended Diploma, Diploma and Extended Certificate. Please contact us for further guidance.
A level
A,A,B
AAB Including 1 Required Science: Biology/ Chemistry/Computing/Electronics/Environmental Studies/Further Maths/Geography/Geology/Human Biology/ Maths/ Physics/ Psychology/Statistics/ PE Specified subjects excluded for entry: General Studies and Critical Thinking
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,790 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |



































































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