| The award | How you will study | Study duration | Course start | Domestic course fees | International course fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MSci | Full-time | 4 years | September | GBP 9000 per year | GBP 23450 per year |
This accredited four-year Master's degree investigates the formation of Earth and its constant evolution with a focus on learning how to conduct research.
Professionally accredited
Accredited by the Geological Society, the professional body for geosciences in the UK.
Flexible course
You may request a transfer to the BSci or Professional Placement Year course, or switch to another degree in the same School at the end of year one.
Fieldwork opportunities
We take regular field trips in the UK and overseas to help you develop strong fieldwork skills. The cost of compulsory field trips is included in the course fees.
Local connections
Based in the same building as the Welsh office of the British Geological Survey and next door to the National Museum of Wales.
No prior knowledge needed
You don't need to have studied Geology to take this course. We start with the basics to bring everyone to the same level.
To find solutions to some of the biggest problems facing our planet today we need to understand the Earth's history and processes. Geologists use their knowledge of past climates and hazards to understand and address the challenges we face from issues like climate change and natural disasters.
On our Geology course you will explore how rocks and minerals are formed, how animals evolve over geological time, what causes earthquakes and volcanoes and how geology impacts our lives today. You will develop skills in fieldwork, data capture, analysis and confident decision making. We've worked with industry to design our degree so you graduate with the specialist skills needed to be a professional geologist.
We make the most of our location and take regular field trips in South Wales to explore how geology impacts the landscapes and the industry of the region. There will also be opportunities to do overseas trips, in the past we've been to Spain and Cyprus.
Our Master's degree involves a fourth year of study where you work on an exploration research project with an academic from the School. You will develop advanced skills in research and gain experience in scientific writing and presentation at a professional level.
A Levels
ABB-BBB (with 1 science subject) or BBB-BBC (with 2 science subjects). Acceptable science subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Environmental Science, Geography, Geology, Maths, Physics.
Extended/International Project Qualification: Applicants with grade A in the EPQ/IPQ will typically receive an offer one grade lower than the standard A level offer. Please note that any subject specific requirements must still be met.
English requirements
Grade C or grade 4 in GCSE English Language.
At least 6.5 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in each subskill.
At least 90 overall with minimum scores of 17 for writing, 17 for listening, 18 for reading and 20 for speaking.
At least 62 overall with a minimum of 59 in all communicative skills.
II: at least two Distinctions and two Merits. III: at least a Pass in all components.
Please visit our English Language requirements page for more information on our other accepted language qualifications.
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