Geology BSc (Hons)

Course Overview - Geology BSc (Hons)

Investigate the nature, dynamics, and evolution of the processes that shaped the Earth over the past four billion years.

On your three-year Geology degree you will visit world-famous sites of geological interest in the UK and abroad, applying your skills and knowledge to address their challenges and uncover possible solutions.

You will study at the National Oceanography Centre Southampton (NOCS), one of the world’s largest centres devoted to research, teaching, and technology development in ocean and Earth science.

You will graduate with a degree accredite...

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Course Information

Study Mode

Full-time

Duration

3 Years

Start Date

22/09/2025

Campus

Main Site - Highfield Campus

Course Address
Highfield
Southampton
SO17 1BJ

Application Details

Course Code

F600

Institution Code

S27

Points of Entry

Year 1

Entry Requirements

UCAS Tariff

Not Accepted

Scottish Higher

We normally consider applicants who offer at least 1 Advanced Higher. Applicants presenting with only Highers will be considered on a case by case basis. Where Highers are taken over two years it might be expected that higher grades are achieved, particularly in any specific subjects required. For example, S5 – S6 (2 years): AABBB (A in specific subject) or S6 (1 year): ABBBB (A in specific subject). Unless a more advanced level (Higher or Advanced Higher) is specified in the stated entry requirements, all applicants will be required to have achieved a pass in Mathematics and English at Standard Grade, Grade 3 or National 5, Grade C, the equivalent of GCSE Grade C/ Grade 4

Access to HE Diploma

D:30,M:15

60 credits with 45 credits at Level 3, of which 30 credits must be at Distinction and 15 at Merit. A core science Access to HE Diploma must be studied.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme

30

32

Pass, with 32 points overall with 16 points at Higher Level, including 5 in two Higher Level acceptable/preferred science subjects. OR Pass, with 30 points overall with 15 points at Higher Level, including 5 in two Higher Level preferred science subjects. Preferred science subjects are Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths (Analysis and Approaches or Applications and Interpretation) and Geology. Acceptable science subjects are Environmental Science and Geography International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme (IBCP): The University of Southampton accepts the IBCP for entry to their degree programmes, recognising the value of combining academic skills with practical skills, providing a solid preparation for university level work. Offers will be made on the individual components of the IBCP. Applicants not taking the full IBCP but presenting with a combination of a Level 3 vocational qualification and IB Certificates may still be considered. Offers will be made on the individual Diploma Course subject(s) and the career-related study qualification. The CP core will not form part of the offer. Where there is a subject pre-requisite(s), applicants will be required to study the subject(s) at Higher Level in the Diploma course sub

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)

DDD

We do not accept the BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma without two A-levels to include two accepted science subject. If you are studying this qualification a typical offer would be: DDD + AB at A-Level, to include two acceptable/preferred science subjects. Science practical components must be passed where applicable. OR DDD + BB at A-Level, to include two preferred science subjects. Science practical components must be passed where applicable. Preferred Science Subjects are Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths and Geology. Acceptable science subjects are Geography, Environmental Science, Computer Science and Electronics.

Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)

H1,H2,H2,H2,H3,H3

H2,H2,H3,H3,H3,H3

H1, H2, H2, H2, H3, H3 to include two acceptable/preferred science subject. OR H2, H2, H3, H3, H3, H3 to include two preferred science subjects. Preferred Science Subjects are Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths and Geology. Acceptable science subjects are Geography, Environmental Science, Computer Science and Electronics. Where this offer is satisfied by including grades achieved in either Biology, Chemistry or Physics, a Pass in the practical.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)

DD

We do not accept the BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma without two A-levels to include two accepted science subject. If you are studying this qualification a typical offer would be: DD + AB at A-Level, to include two acceptable/preferred science subjects. Science practical components must be passed where applicable. OR DD + BB at A-Level, to include two preferred science subjects. Science practical components must be passed where applicable. Preferred Science Subjects are Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths and Geology. Acceptable science subjects are Geography, Environmental Science, Computer Science and Electronics.

Scottish Advanced Higher

Offers will be based on exams being taken at the end of S6. Subjects taken and qualifications achieved in S5 will be reviewed. Careful consideration will be given to an individual’s academic achievement, taking in to account the context and circumstances of their pre-university education. Please see the University of Southampton’s Curriculum for Excellence Scotland Statement for further information. Applicants are advised to contact their Faculty Admissions Office for more information. Applicants are also required to have achieved a pass in Maths and English at Standard Grade Grade 3 or National 5 Grade C, the equivalent of GCSE Grade C/Grade 4.

Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal

D3,M2,M2

M2,M2,M2

D3, M2, M2 to include two acceptable/preferred science subjects. OR M2, M2, M2 to include two preferred science subjects Preferred Science Subjects are Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths and Geology. Acceptable science subjects are Geography, Environmental Science, Computer Science and Electronics. Cambridge Pre-U's can be used in combination with other qualifications such as A Levels to achieve the equivalent of the typical offer, where D3 can be used in lieu of A Level grade A or grade M2 can be used in lieu of grade B.

Extended Project

A

BBB from three A-levels include two accepted/preferred science subject, and grade A in the EPQ. Science practical components must be passed where applicable.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)

D

D + AB at A-Level, to include two acceptable/preferred science subjects. Science practical components must be passed where applicable. OR D + BB at A-Level, to include two preferred science subjects. Science practical components must be passed where applicable. Preferred Science Subjects are Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths and Geology. Acceptable science subjects are Geography, Environmental Science, Computer Science and Electronics.

A level

A,B,B

B,B,B

ABB including two acceptable/preferred science subjects. (minimum of grade B) OR BBB including two preferred sciences (minimum of grade B) Preferred Science Subjects are Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths and Geology. Acceptable science subjects are Geography, Environmental Science, Computer Science and Electronics. Science practical components must be passed where applicable.

Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)

B

AB from two acceptable/preferred science A levels and B from the Advanced Welsh Baccalaureate Skills Challenge Certificate OR BB from two preferred science A levels and B from the Advanced Welsh Baccalaureate Skills Challenge Certificate.

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England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland £9,250
EU, International £28,800

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