Investigate all aspects of Earth sciences from rocks, fossils, and volcanoes through to the ocean and our atmosphere.
On your four-year integrated Geology masters you will take part in comprehensive field-based training with fieldwork opportunities across the UK and Europe, which may include a week-long residential course in Tenerife studying volcanic processes, and a five week Independent Mapping Project.
You will study at the National Oceanography Centre Southampton (NOCS), one of the world’s largest centres devoted to research, teaching, and technology developme...
Investigate all aspects of Earth sciences from rocks, fossils, and volcanoes through to the ocean and our atmosphere.<br/><br/>On your four-year integrated Geology masters you will take part in comprehensive field-based training with fieldwork opportunities across the UK and Europe, which may include a week-long residential course in Tenerife studying volcanic processes, and a five week Independent Mapping Project.<br/><br/>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.<br/><br/>Many students from this course go on to very successful research careers (often PhD level and beyond), and higher-level employment in multinational companies such as Shell, BP, Anglo American, and Barrick Gold.*<br/><br/>This course is accredited by the Geological Society of London, which means that our teaching is of the highest quality and approved by an independent body of academics and experts, and is ranked ranked 6th in the UK in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2023.<br/><br/>*98% of Ocean and Earth Science graduates were in employment or further study 15 months after graduation (Graduate Outcomes 2020/2021).
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
22/09/2025
Campus
Main Site - Highfield Campus
Provider Details
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Course Code
F601
Institution Code
S27
Points of Entry
Year 1
UCAS TariffNot Accepted Scottish HigherWe 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 DiplomaD:39,M:6 60 credits with a minimum of 45 credits at Level 3 of which 39 credits must be at Distinction and 6 credits at Merit. A core science Access to HE Diploma must be studied. International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme32 34 Pass, with 34 points overall with 17 points at Higher Level, including 6 and 5 in two Higher Level acceptable/preferred science subjects. OR Pass, with 32 points overall with 16 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 cours 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 acceptable science subjects. If you are studying this qualification a typical offer would be: DDD + AA at A-Level, to include two acceptable/preferred science subjects. Science practical components must be passed where applicable. OR DDD + AB 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,H2,H2 H1,H2,H2,H2,H3,H3 H1, H2, H2, H2, H2, H2 to include two acceptable/preferred science subjects. OR H1, H2, H2, H2, 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. 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 acceptable science subjects. If you are studying this qualification a typical offer would be: DD + AA at A-Level, to include two acceptable/preferred science subjects. Science practical components must be passed where applicable. OR DD + AB 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 HigherOffers 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 the pre-university education. Please see the University of Southampton's Curriculum for Excellence Scotland statement for further information. Applicants are advised to contact the Faculty of Natural and Environmental Sciences Admissions Office at ugafnes@soton.ac.uk 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 - PrincipalD3,D3,M2 D3,M2,M2 D3, D3, M2 to include two acceptable/preferred science subjects OR D3, 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 ProjectA ABB from three A-levels including two acceptable/preferred science subjects, and grade A in the EPQ. Science practical components must be passed where applicable. OR BBB from three A-levels including two preferred sciences subjects, 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 + AA at A-Level, to include two acceptable/preferred science subjects. Science practical components must be passed where applicable. OR D + AB 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 levelA,A,B A,B,B AAB including two acceptable/preferred science subjects. (minimum of grade B) OR ABB 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. Where this offer is satisfied by including grades achieved in either Biology, Chemistry or Physics, a Pass in the practical. Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)B AA from two acceptable/preferred science A levels and B from the Advanced Welsh Baccalaureate Skills Challenge Certificate OR AB from two preferred science A levels and B from the Advanced Welsh Baccalaureate Skills Challenge Certificate. Science practical components must be passed where applicable. |
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