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Geology MGeol
Course Overview - Geology MGeol
The Earth sciences are critical to shaping the future of our planet. Geologists use their knowledge of the earth’s evolution and the physical, chemical and biological process that shape our planet, to pioneer sustainable futures. Our four-year degree will develop your knowledge and skills through advanced fieldwork, research training and opportunities to establish links with industry professionals, priming you for success in a range of geological careers in academia, government or industry.
- Four year integrated masters programme.
- Sharpen your researc...
The Earth sciences are critical to shaping the future of our planet. Geologists use their knowledge of the earth’s evolution and the physical, chemical and biological process that shape our planet, to pioneer sustainable futures. Our four-year degree will develop your knowledge and skills through advanced fieldwork, research training and opportunities to establish links with industry professionals, priming you for success in a range of geological careers in academia, government or industry. <br/><br/><br/>- Four year integrated masters programme.<br/><br/><br/>- Sharpen your research skills working alongside staff on a research or industry-related project, with the potential to be published in a peer-reviewed journal.<br/><br/><br/>- 100 per cent of the final year is taught at masters-level.<br/><br/><br/>- Our approachable staff share their cutting-edge research and expertise through varied teaching practices in lectures, tutorials, practical classes and field courses.<br/><br/><br/>- Learn to apply the latest techniques in the field and laboratory. Our substantial fieldwork programme uses the unrivalled local range of geological and geographical locations. Residential overseas fieldwork visits regions of active tectonics such as Death Valley, Italy and Sicily.<br/><br/><br/>- All students have the opportunity to spend your second year studying abroad in Europe, Canada, Australia, USA or elsewhere through our bilateral and ISEP exchange programmes.<br/><br/><br/>- Students can undertake a placement year, between the second and final year, working full time for a geological employer.<br/><br/><br/>- Improve your skills in our open access laboratory, LABplus.<br/><br/><br/>- Develop your confidence with your personal tutor, providing you with regular guidance throughout your degree. <br/><br/><br/>- Get support from students in the year ahead via our PALS mentoring scheme.<br/><br/><br/>- Live and study close to the sea, Dartmoor and two geological UNESCO World Heritage sites.<br/><br/><br/>- Receive free essential field safety equipment as part of your welcome package.<br/><br/><br/>- Work towards becoming a Chartered Geologist, our accreditation by the Geological Society, the world’s oldest and most prestigious national learned society for geology, helps you to gain the required experience.<br/><br/><br/>- A diverse and respectful place in which to work and study is fundamental to everything we do.<br/>
Course Information
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Sandwich
Duration
5 Years
Start Date
15/09/2025
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
29 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
F600
Institution Code
P60
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2, Year 4, Year 5
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
120
128
Range of UCAS points to include a minimum of 2 A Levels with a Grade B in a relevant science subject: Biology, Human Biology, Maths/Use of Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Physics, Electronics, Chemistry, Environmental Science/Studies, Applied Science, Geography, Geology, Design Technology, Psychology, Computer Science, Information Technology.
Scottish Higher
Considered in combination with Advanced Highers. Maths and English accepted within as GCSE equivalent.
Access to HE Diploma
Pass a Science based Access to HE Diploma with 45 credits, including 30 Level 3 credits at Distinction and 15 credits Level 3 credits at Merit from science units
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
30
To include 5 at Higher Level in two Science subjects: Biology, Human Biology, Maths/Use of Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Physics, Electronics, Chemistry, Environmental Science/Studies, Applied Science, Geography, Geology, Design Technology, Psychology, Computer Science, Information Technology. Maths and English accepted within as GCSE equivalent.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DDM
DDD
Science/Technology related subject required
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
H1,H2,H2,H2,H3
120 to 128 points to include relevant science subjects: Biology, Human Biology, Maths/Use of Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Physics, Electronics, Chemistry, Environmental Science/Studies, Applied Science, Geography, Geology, Design Technology, Psychology, Computer Science, Information Technology. Maths and English accepted within as GCSE equivalent.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Considered in combination
Scottish Advanced Higher
Range from 120 to 128 UCAS points to include a minimum of 2 Advanced Highers to include a Grade B in a relevant science subject: Biology, Human Biology, Maths/Use of Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Physics, Electronics, Chemistry, Environmental Science/Studies, Applied Science, Geography, Geology, Design Technology, Psychology, Computer Science, Information Technology.
Extended Project
Considered in combination
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)
Considered in combination
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
Considered in combination
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
Considered in combination
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Considered in combination
AQA Certificate in Mathematical Studies (Core Maths)
Considered in combination
OCR Certificate in Quantitative Reasoning (MEI) (Core Maths)
Considered in combination
OCR Certificate in Quantitative Problem Solving (MEI) (Core Maths)
Considered in combination
Pearson Edexcel Certificate in Mathematics in Context (Core Maths)
Considered in combination
WJEC Eduqas Certificate in Mathematics for Work and Life (Core Maths)
Considered in combination
City & Guilds Certificate in Using and Applying Mathematics (Core Maths)
Considered in combination
A level
Range 120 to 128 UCAS points to include a minimum of 2 A Levels with a Grade B in a relevant science subject: Biology, Human Biology, Maths/Use of Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Physics, Electronics, Chemistry, Environmental Science/Studies, Applied Science, Geography, Geology, Design Technology, Psychology, Computer Science, Information Technology.
T Level
D
from any of the 3 Science pathways
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