BSc Geology at University of Bristol

Programme overview

Join a university ranked second in the UK for 'Earth systems and environmental sciences' research ( THE analysis of REF 2021) with an excellent reputation for teaching and learning (UK top ten for Geology, QS World University Rankings by subject 2025). If you are curious about our planet and interested in finding solutions to global problems, this course is for you. Learn about the physics, chemistry and history of the Earth by examining earth materials such as rocks, minerals and fossils, and use remote sensing techniques to explore the structure and chemistry of its inaccessible areas.

Career pathways

Geology graduates from Bristol travel the world, working in fields as diverse as natural resources, meteorology, the nuclear industry and geotechnical services, as well as in areas such as journalism and management. Some graduates go on to further study or careers in scientific media, finance and teaching.

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Entry requirements

A-level standard offer: ABB including two science-related subjects. Science-related subjects include: Biology, Chemistry, Further Mathematics, Mathematics, Physics, Environmental Science, Geology, Computer Science, Geography and Marine Science. A-level contextual offer: BBC including BB in two science-related subjects. Science-related subjects include: Biology, Chemistry, Further Mathematics, Mathematics, Physics, Environmental Science, Geology, Computer Science, Geography and Marine Science. BTEC: DDM in Applied Science. IB Diploma: 32 points overall with 16 at Higher Level, including 5, 5 at Higher level in two science-related subjects. Science-related subjects include: Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science and Geography. Scottish Highers/Advanced Highers: Advanced Higher: AB in two science-related subjects, and Higher: AABBB. Science-related subjects include: Biology, Chemistry, Further Mathematics, Mathematics, Physics, Environmental Science, Geology, Computer Science, Geography and Marine Science. GCSE: Higher numeracy requirement (6 or B in GCSE Mathematics or equivalent). English language: IELTS 6.5 overall with 6.5 in all skills (or equivalent). Apply through UCAS (course code F600).

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). First-year tuition fee for 2027 entry; subject to annual review. Source

International applicants: GBP 32,500 a year (2027/28). First-year tuition fee for 2027 entry; subject to annual review. Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 years full-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.bristol.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/apply/

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