Environmental Geology with a Year in Industry BSc at Royal Holloway, University of London

Environmental Geologists are at the forefront of research into some of the most significant threats facing humankind, from natural disasters such as earthquakes and volcanoes to manmade issues such as climate change, pollution, and resource depletion. Fieldwork is the glue that brings together all aspects of the taught programme in Earth Sciences, as well as providing a chance for staff and students to get to know each other.

Department: Earth Sciences  |  Duration: 4 years full time  |  Study mode: full-time with placement/study-abroad year  |  Location: Egham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core modules: Year 1: Physics and Chemistry of the Earth, Earth Scientists Toolkit, Evolving Earth, Dynamic Planet, Human Interaction with the Earth and others; Year 2: Stratigraphy and Past Sedimentary Environments, Geological Evolution and Deep Time Synthesis, Geohazards, Geochemistry, Geological field skills for Environmental students and others; Year 3: Applied Geology (Industrial Placement); Year 4: Environmental Geology Independent Project, Hydrogeology, Methods of Environmental Investigation, Techniques in Earth Sciences. Optional modules: Year 2: Sedimentary Basin Analysis, Igneous and Metamorphic Geology, Applied Geophysics, Structural Analysis and Remote Sensing; Year 4: Marine Geology, Advanced Topics in Sedimentology, GIS and Remote Sensing, Volcanology, Modern Climate Change and others.

Career pathways

Study Environmental Geology with a Year in Industry at Royal Holloway, University of London and benefit from a course developed to maximise your career opportunities. You’ll gain valuable experience and build valuable connections during your year in industry, and develop a robust practical skillset to make you an attractive prospect to potential employers.

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