Course summary
Geoscientists are concerned with a blend of scientific disciplines – including biology, physics, chemistry and mathematics – to better understand planet Earth and the processes that continue to shape our world and all life within. Study Geoscience with a Year of International Study at Royal Holloway, University of London and you’ll enjoy a year spent studying abroad in a partner university in Canada, the United States, Australia or New Zealand – further developing your skills and broadening your life experiences. Here at Royal Holloway you’ll study in a department consistently ranked among the UK’s top 10 (The Complete University Guide and The Times Good University Guide 2018), and contribute to our leading research culture as you work towards your degree. You’ll graduate with a Master of Science in a field with excellent graduate employability prospects. The research and practical skills you’ll develop along the way will make you a highly employable candidate in a variety of sectors, and leave you well placed for further postgraduate study. Develop an in-depth understanding of the complex systems that govern our planet Enjoy extensive fieldwork opportunities. Contribute to our renowned research culture with your year 4 Independent Geoscience Project. Gain practical skills geared towards a career in Earth Sciences and other related fields. Graduate with an integrated Masters degree in Earth Sciences.
Modules
Please refer to our website for information: https://www.royalholloway.ac.uk/studying-here/undergraduate/earth-sciences/geoscience-with-a-year-of-international-study/
Assessment method
Your course will be assessed by a combination of examinations and in-course assignments in the form of essays or presentations.
How to apply
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- F602
- Institution code:
- R72
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
- Year 2
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - Not accepted
A level - BBB - ABB
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DDM
Access to HE Diploma - D: 24 credits M: 21 credits
Scottish Higher - AABBB
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DD
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016) - M
Pearson BTEC Extended Diploma (QCF) - DDD
Scottish Advanced Higher - ABB - BBB
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 32 points
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017) - H2, H2, H3, H3, H3
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
GCSE/National 4/National 5
Combinations of qualifications will be considered on an individual basis, please contact us on [email protected] to discuss your situation
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
EU | £25200 | Year 1 |
Republic of Ireland | £9250* | Year 1 |
England | £9250* | Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £9250* | Year 1 |
Scotland | £9250* | Year 1 |
Wales | £9250* | Year 1 |
Channel Islands | £9250* | Year 1 |
International | £25200 | Year 1 |
*This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
Provider information
Royal Holloway, University of London
Egham
TW20 0EX