Geology

University of PlymouthPlymouth, United Kingdom

Course overview

Our four year undergraduate geology course will develop your knowledge and skills to masters-level through advanced fieldwork, research training and opportunities to establish links with industry professionals.

Key highlights

Develops knowledge and skills to masters level
Advanced fieldwork built into the course
Research training to prepare you for independent investigation
Opportunities to build links with industry professionals
Optional placement available alongside the four-year course

Entry requirements

UCAS tariff points: 120 — Our typical offer 120 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: DDM — BTEC National Diploma
Access to HE Diploma — with 45 credits, including 30 Level 3 credits at Distinction and 15 credits Level 3 credits at Merit from science units
T-level: Merit — overall from any science pathway
International Baccalaureate: 28 — overall to include 5 at HL

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 £500
International 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
Engineering geologist
Hydrogeologist
Geotechnical engineer
Environmental consultant
Mining geologist

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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