Course summary
Our Geoscience MRes provides the opportunity to contribute to impactful earth sciences research and develop the theory and practical knowledge you’ll need for a successful career as a geoscientist. You are encouraged to work in interdisciplinary teams within geosciences, collaborating across disciplines such ecology, geography and engineering. You can study areas of earth sciences that most interest you, including igneous petrology, geochemistry, mineral deposits, marine geology, tectonic geomorphology, dryland geomorphology, remote sensing, hydrogeology and hydrochemistry.
Modules
Core modules Introduction to Geographical Information Systems MRes Research Project Options* Policy and Implementation in Town Planning Masters Independent Study Communicating Issues in Ecology and Conservation Contested Natures and Social Justice Environmental Impact Assessment Key Concepts in Environmental Assessment and Management Hydrology and Pollutant Transport Sustainable Urbanism in Coastal Communities Sustainable Construction Applied Taxonomy for Conservation Microbiology, Ecotoxicology and Environmental Remediation Applications in GIS Applied Remote Sensing Water Quality Assessment and Management Water Recycling Technology *Option modules are indicative and may change, depending on timetabling and staff availability.
Entry requirements
A 2:1 degree in a relevant subject. Students with a degree that does not fall within this category but who have significant relevant experience, will also be considered. All applicants should provide a full description of any research projects undertaken, relevant work experience and non-academic qualifications.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
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
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Provider information
University of Brighton
Mithras House
Lewes Road
Brighton
BN2 4AT