BSc (Hons) Physical Geography and Geology
University of PlymouthPlymouth, United Kingdom
Course overview
Are you interested in how the Earth and its landscapes have changed over tens of millions of years or developing an understanding of natural hazards? Physical geography and geology examines how the Earth’s surface is shaped by natural and human processes.
Key highlights
- Optional placement year available alongside the three-year degree
- Explores how Earth's landscapes have changed over tens of millions of years
- Builds understanding of natural hazards
- Examines how natural and human processes shape the Earth's surface
Entry requirements
- UCAS tariff points: 112 — Our typical offer 112 UCAS points You may be eligible for a contextual offer Contextual offers: Typically, the contextual offer for this course is 8 points below the advertised tariff .
- GCSE: 4/C or above — to include Mathematics, English
- BTEC: DMM — BTEC QCF Extended Diploma
- Access to HE Diploma — science based) with at least 33 credits at merit
- T-level: Merit — overall from any science pathway
- International Baccalaureate: 26 — overall to include science re
Scholarships
Early Payment Discount
In addition to any scholarship students may be eligible for, we are offering students a £500 discount off the first year’s tuition fees.
Up to £500International Undergraduate Welcome to Plymouth Scholarship
Students will receive £4,000 off tuition fees in their first year of study, £1,000 off tuition fees in the second year and £1,000 off in the final year of study
Careers this course leads to
- Geologist
- Geomorphologist
- Environmental consultant
- Hydrologist
- Natural hazards analyst
- Geotechnical technician
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9,790 per year | International: £19,200 per year
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Plymouth, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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