Course summary
You will be based at the National Oceanography Centre Southampton (NOCS), one of the world's largest research and training centres the National Oceanography Centre Southampton (NOCS) devoted to research, teaching, and technology in Earth and marine science. On this four-year MSci Geology course you will explore all aspects of the Earth sciences integrating rocks, fossils and volcanoes through to the ocean and atmosphere. You will have take part in comprehensive field-based training with fieldwork opportunities across the UK and Europe, which may include a week-long residential course in Tenerife studying volcanic processes, and a 5-week Independent Mapping Project. Many students from this course go on to very successful research careers (often PhD level and beyond), and higher-level employment in multinationals such as Shell, BP, Anglo American and Barrick Gold. Accredited by the Geological Society of London, this means that our teaching is of the highest quality and approved by an independent body of academics and experts. Earth Science at Southampton is ranked 7th in the UK for academic rankings of world universities in the Shanghai Ranking - Global Ranking of Academic Subjects 2021. Subject to revalidation.
Modules
We have a varied range of modules for all years. Examples of core modules for year one will include: Data Literacy and Analysis Dynamic Earth Dynamic Landscapes Earth Materials Earth and Ocean System Introduction to Ocean Biogeochemistry Key Skills for Geoscientists The Living Earth Mathematical Methods for Scientists 1a Quantitative Earth and Ocean Sciences For full list of all modules available, please visit the course page: https://www.southampton.ac.uk/courses/geology-degree-msci#modules
Assessment method
The learning activities for this course include the following: lectures classes and tutorials coursework individual and group projects independent learning (studying on your own) We’ll assess you using: coursework, laboratory reports and essays individual and group projects written and practical exams oral presentations .
Professional bodies
Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.
- The Geological Society
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:
- F601
- Institution code:
- S27
- Campus name:
- Main Site - Highfield Campus
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
GCSEs: Applicants must hold GCSE English Language (or GCSE English), Mathematics and Science (minimum grade C/4). We are committed to ensuring that all learners with the potential to succeed, regardless of their background, are encouraged to apply to study with us. The additional information gained through contextual data allows us to recognise a learner’s potential to succeed in the context of their background and experience. Applicants who are highlighted in this way will be made an offer which is lower than the typical offer for that programme.
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Additional entry requirements
Interview
English language requirements
Test | Grade | Additional details |
---|---|---|
IELTS (Academic) | 6.5 | Band C: 6.5 with 6.0 in each component |
All programmes at the University of Southampton are taught and assessed in the medium of English (other than those in modern foreign languages). Therefore, all applicants must demonstrate they possess at least a minimum standard of English language proficiency.
Find out more about the University’s English Language requirements
https://www.southampton.ac.uk/studentadmin/admissions/admissions-policies/language.page
Unistats information
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
Republic of Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
International | £25000 | Year 1 |
EU | £25000 | Year 1 |
England | £9250 | Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
Channel Islands | £9250 | Year 1 |
Additional fee information
Provider information
University of Southampton
Highfield
Southampton
SO17 1BJ