Course summary
Listen to Earth’s story – from molten origins to the cradle of modern life. Discover how our planet works, from the core to the clouds and beyond. You’ll study Earth science topics, such as volcanoes, mountain building, and our planet’s changing surface environment. Explore processes that link its diverse systems and decipher clues to its extraordinary history. Use your new skills to test theories and address critical problems facing society, such as sustainability and the climate crisis. In addition, you’ll develop practical skills using geological maps and microscopes, and carry out investigations, describing past and present geological phenomena while gathering and analysing data. Key features of the course
- Observe, describe and analyse rocks, fossils, minerals and landforms.
- Use our award-winning online OpenSTEM Labs, plus do optional hands-on fieldwork.
- Gain critical thinking, communication, collaboration and problem-solving skills.
- Choose science and technology modules that complement your Earth science modules.
Modules
This degree has three stages, each comprising 120 credits. You’ll start Stage 1 with either a 60-credit introductory science module or a choice of two out of three 30-credit mathematics modules, followed by another 60-credit science module. Next, in Stage 2, you’ll study a 60-credit Earth science module and choose a further 60 credits from a range of science and technology modules. Finally, in Stage 3, you’ll study a 60-credit and a 30-credit Earth science module, and complete your degree with a 30-credit project module.
How to apply
To apply for this course you will be taken to the provider's website, where you can find out more information and make an application.
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
There are no qualification requirements for this course.
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
http://www.open.ac.uk/courses/science/degrees/bsc-geology-r53#entry-requirements
Unistats information
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| EU | £20772 | Whole course |
| International | £20772 | Whole course |
| England | £20772 | Whole course |
| Channel Islands | £20772 | Whole course |
| Northern Ireland | £6624 | Whole course |
| Scotland | £6768 | Whole course |
| Wales | £7872 | Whole course |
| Republic of Ireland | £19944 | Whole course |
Additional fee information
The fee information provided is valid for modules starting before 31 July 2024. Fees normally increase annually. For further information about The Open University's fee policy, visit our website.
Provider information
Open University
Student Recruitment Team
PO Box 197
Milton Keynes
MK7 6BJ