BSc (Hons) Geology

On this BSc Geology course, you'll understand the nature, dynamics and evolution of the processes that shaped the Earth over the past 4 billion years. You can visit world-famous sites of geological interest, and access facilities, including the largest Earth and marine sciences library in Europe. You'll graduate with the skills and knowledge to tackle global challenges, or continue your studies.Geology holds the key to many issues we face today, including the balance between using natural resources and protecting the environment.You'll graduate as a bachelor of geology, and your expertise will be in high demand in the geological industry. Whether you choose to focus on the need for raw materials, the environmental sector or engineering geology.

A-levels - ABB including two acceptable/preferred science subjects. (minimum of grade B)
OR
BBB including two preferred sciences (minimum of grade B)

A-levels additional information
Preferred Science Subjects are Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths and Geology.

Acceptable science subjects are Geography, Environmental Studies, Computer Science and Electronics.

Where this offer is satisfied by including grades achieved in either Biology, Chemistry or Physics, a Pass in the practical.


A-levels with Extended Project Qualification
If you are taking an EPQ in addition to 3 A levels, you will receive the following offer in addition to the standard A level offer: BBB including two accepted science subject (minimum of grade B) and grade A in the EPQ.

A-levels contextual offer
We are committed to ensuring that all applicants with the potential to succeed, regardless of their background, are encouraged to apply to study with us. The additional information gained through contextual data allows us to recognise an applicant's potential to succeed in the context of their background and experience. Applicants who are highlighted in this way will be made an offer which is lower than the typical offer for that programme, as follows: ABB including two acceptable/preferred science subjects. (minimum of grade B) or BBB including two preferred sciences (minimum of grade B)

International Baccalaureate Diploma - 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.

IELTS - overall score 6.5 with other component (reading, writing, speaking, listening - 6.0)
TOEFL iBT- 92