Course summary
Geochemistry is critical to quantifying the mechanisms, rates and sources behind every aspect of the Earth system. The MSc in Geochemistry provides you with specialist knowledge and skills in modern geochemical methods, transferrable to a wide variety of geoscience and environmental science careers, including further PhD research. The course involves hands-on laboratory and field sampling training, and experience with state-of-the-art equipment.
Modules
Compulsory modules: 1. Advanced Geochemistry 2. Geochemistry 3. Geochemistry Field Excursion 4. Isotope Geochemistry: Theory, Techniques, and Applications 5. Physical Chemistry Laboratory 6. Special Topics in Geochemistry 7. Statistics and Analytical Sciences Students choose up to three optional modules. Here is a sample of optional modules that may be offered. 1. Advanced Petrogenesis 2. Advanced Physical Inorganic Chemistry 3. Biogeochemistry 4. Blockbuster Solids 5. Core to Crust Ore Genesis – High Temperature 6. Core to Crust Ore Genesis - Low Temperature 7. Energy conversion and storage 8. Environmental Pollution 9. Homogeneous Catalysis 10. Processing of Materials 11. The Chemistry of the Solar System Research Project: The third semester of the MSc course focuses on independent laboratory-based (or field and laboratory-based) research conducted with an academic supervisor. The topic is defined by the student and can be chosen from research foci within the School, or with an external industrial or academic partner. The research project will involve:
- background literature review
- project formulation
- proposal writing and analytical design
- data integration and interpretation.
Assessment method
The assessment for the taught modules is based on coursework and written examinations.
Entry requirements
A good 2.1 Honours undergraduate degree in a subject-related area. If you studied your first degree outside the UK, please see the university’s international entry requirements.
English language requirements
For the current English Language requirements please visit the English language requirements for postgraduate students on the University of St Andrews website.
English language requirements for postgraduate students
https://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/subjects/entry/language-requirements/postgraduate/
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
Additional fee information
For the most current information on course fees please visit https://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/study/fees-and-funding/postgraduate/taught/.
Sponsorship information
Recent Graduate Discount: The University of St Andrews offers a 10 percent reduction in tuition fees for students who have graduated during the last three years and are now starting a postgraduate programme. For further information please visit: https://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/study/pg/fees-and-funding/
Provider information
University of St Andrews
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