MSci Geology with Integrated Master's at Keele University

Our four-year Geology with Integrated Masters takes you to the forefront of geoscience, combining in-depth subject knowledge with advanced training in research techniques, laboratory methods, and computing. In your final year, you'll gain the advanced independent research and project management skills to pursue PhD study or a career in the area of geology you're most passionate about.

Faculty: Faculty of Natural Sciences  |  Department: School of Engineering and Physical Sciences  |  Duration: 4 years or 5 years with international or placement year  |  Study mode: full-time (integrated master's); placement year option  |  Intake: 2027 entry  |  Location: Keele, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 compulsory modules: Academic Professional and Field Skills, Earth Structure, Minerals and Rocks, Earth and Life Through Time, Geoscience Data Interpretation, Analysis and Visualisation, The Earth System. Year 2 compulsory modules: Geological Field Skills, Igneous and Metamorphic Petrology, Palaeoclimatology and Quaternary Studies, Reconstructing Past Environments, Geochemistry, Geoethics and Environmental Justice. Year 3 compulsory modules: Independent Research Dissertation.

Career pathways

Graduates of our Geology MSci are well prepared for careers across the geoscience sector, including environmental consultancy, resource management and geological surveying. With strong field, analytical and research skills, you’ll be equipped for roles in industry or government, or to progress to PhD study.

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