Geology (Certificate of Higher Education)
Birkbeck, University of LondonCentral London or by distance learning, United Kingdom
Course overview
On this Geology course you will study the structure of the Earth, volcanoes, earthquakes and fossils. This certificate can be a stand-alone qualification or a starting point for a degree.
Key highlights
- Covers the structure of the Earth, volcanoes and earthquakes
- Includes the study of fossils
- Stand-alone qualification or a starting point for a degree
Entry requirements
- IELTS: 6.5 — 6.5 If English is not your first language or you have not previously studied in English, our usual requirement is the equivalent of an International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic Test) score of 6.5, with not less than 6.0 in each of the sub-tests. We also accept other English language tests. If you don’t meet the minimum English language requirements, please contact us or see our international study skills page for more details of how we can help. Visit the International section of our website to find out more about our English language entry requirements and relevant requirements by country.
Scholarships
Birkbeck International Excellence Scholarship (Autumn intake)
£1,000 to £5,000. The scholarship will be applied as a discount to the tuition fee for your first year of study at point of enrolment.
Up to £1,000Birkbeck Mimizuku Award in Japanese Studies
There will be two scholarships of £5,000 each, to be used for tuition fees only.
Up to £5,000Birkbeck-OnCampus Progression Scholarship
£2,000 fee reduction against their first-year tuition fee.
Up to £2,000Earth and Planetary Sciences Enabling Fund
Awards will usually be limited to £500.
Greta Dexter Exhibition Bursary
Value: Up to £1,000
Careers this course leads to
- Geological technician
- Field assistant
- Laboratory technician
- Environmental technician
- Museum assistant
Cost of study
UK/Home: £4,740 per year | International: £4,740 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 Birkbeck, University of London, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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