Earth Sciences BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Earth Sciences BSc (Hons)
If you want to:
* learn more about how our planet works
* help protect the planet
* tackle the greatest challenges facing society and the natural world
* find out how we can live sustainably on our planet
Then this degree is for you.
Why Earth sciences?
The world needs Earth scientists now more than ever before.
For example, we need them to help us:
* address the climate crisis
* adapt to environmental changes
* secure the energy...
If you want to:<br/><br/><br/>* learn more about how our planet works<br/><br/><br/>* help protect the planet<br/><br/><br/>* tackle the greatest challenges facing society and the natural world<br/><br/><br/>* find out how we can live sustainably on our planet<br/><br/><br/>Then this degree is for you.<br/><br/><strong>Why Earth sciences?</strong><br/><br/>The world needs Earth scientists now more than ever before.<br/><br/>For example, we need them to help us:<br/><br/><br/>* address the climate crisis<br/><br/><br/>* adapt to environmental changes<br/><br/><br/>* secure the energy and materials society needs<br/><br/><br/>* live more safely and sustainably on our dynamic Earth<br/><br/><br/>With our Bachelor of Science (BSc) Earth Sciences, you will:<br/><br/><br/>* study our Earths past to prepare for its future<br/><br/><br/>* learn about the structure and composition of the Earth<br/><br/><br/>* develop a deep understanding of the processes that shape the Earth and life on it<br/><br/><br/>* learn how these processes interact and depend on each other<br/><br/><br/>Our degree will help you play a valuable role in making our society more fair and sustainable.<br/><br/>We will train you in the skills needed to answer important questions in the Earth sciences, including:<br/><br/><br/>* How can we reduce the effects of global change?<br/><br/><br/>* What tools can we use to reduce greenhouse gas emissions to the atmosphere?<br/><br/><br/>* Why is our planet able to sustain life?<br/><br/><br/>* How does the Earths interior work, and how do these processes affect the surface?<br/><br/><br/>* How can we sustainably manage the Earths resources to meet our energy, mineral, and water needs?<br/><br/><br/>* How can we improve our understanding of natural hazards such as earthquakes and volcanoes to reduce their risk and save lives?<br/><br/><br/><strong>Programme benefits</strong><br/><br/><br/>* Learn from one of the UKs largest and most successful groups of geographers, and Earth and environmental scientists.<br/><br/><br/>* Be taught by leading national and international Earth scientists across a range of fields.<br/><br/><br/>* Study a degree that has real-world relevance and enhances your employability.<br/><br/><br/>* Gain valuable networking and potential employment opportunities through our connections. You can meet and interact with professionals from different sectors, and work with practitioners and industry experts to gain valuable experience during your studies.<br/>
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
14/09/2026
Campus
Central area campus
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
F600
Institution Code
E56
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
Not Accepted
Scottish Higher
B,B,B,B
BBBB by end of S5 or AABB by end of S6. BBB must be achieved in one year of S4-S6. Required subjects: Highers: two from Biology at B; Chemistry at B; Geography at B; Mathematics at B; Physics at B. Higher Applications of Mathematics is not accepted in place of Higher Mathematics. National 5s: English at C; Mathematics at A. We accept combinations of Mathematics and Physics, both at B, in place of Mathematics at A.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
32
30
from 32 points with 655 at HL to 30 points with 555 at HL. Required subjects: HL: two from Biology at 5; Chemistry at 5; Geography at 5; Mathematics (Analysis and approaches only) at 5; Physics at 5. SL: English at 5; Mathematics (Analysis and approaches only) at 5 (if not at HL).
A level
A,B,B
B,B,B
ABB - BBB. These grades should be achieved in one set of exams. Required subjects: A levels: two from Biology at B; Chemistry at B; Geography at B; Geology at B; Mathematics at B; Physics at B. GCSEs: English at C or 4; Mathematics at A or 7. We accept combinations of Mathematics and Physics, both at B, or Mathematics, Science and Additional Science, all at B, in place of Mathematics at A.
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scotland | £1,820 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
| England, Northern Ireland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,535 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
| EU, International | £38,900 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |












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