Earth Sciences MSc by Research at Royal Holloway, University of London

Programme overview

The MSc by Research in Earth Sciences offers an opportunity to join our thriving research community to refine your research skills and develop advanced scientific and technical knowledge through an original research project supervised by internationally-renowned academic research staff. You’ll contribute to the research culture in the Earth Sciences at Royal Holloway, a leading centre for multidisciplinary research, with a wide range of industrial and commercial collaborations and partners within the energy, environmental and extraction sectors.

Department: Earth Sciences | Duration: 1 year full time or 2 years part time | Study mode: full-time / part-time | Location: Egham, England, United Kingdom

Career pathways

A Masters in Earth Sciences at Royal Holloway, University of London is excellent preparation for graduates who want to continue to further PhD study or pursue a career in a variety of sectors. Upon completion of the course you will have acquired a range of advanced research techniques and experience of research in the earth sciences.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Minimum 2:2. Normally we require at least a UK 2:2 (Honours) or equivalent. Applicants with other qualifications in related disciplines should discuss these with their potential supervisor(s). Eligible degree subjects include Chemistry, Biological Science, Earth Science, Environmental Science, Geography, Geology, Geoscience, Marine Science, and Physical Science. Vocational and professional experience within the environmental sector is desirable, but not essential. Before making an application, prospective students should contact potential supervisors in the Department of Earth Sciences to discuss possible research projects. A research proposal is not required as part of the application. We advise getting in touch with the Director of Postgraduate Education making an informal enquiry for your chosen research topic. English language: IELTS: 6.5 overall. Writing 7.0. No other subscore lower than 5.5.

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,238 a year (2027/28). Full-time rate; standard two-year part-time study is charged at 50% of the full-time fee per study year. Source

International applicants: GBP 30,900 a year (2027/28). Full-time rate; standard two-year part-time study is charged at 50% of the full-time fee per study year. Source

Duration: 1 year full time or 2 years part time

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