Master of Advanced Study in Earth Sciences at University of Cambridge

The MASt in Earth Sciences aims to train to master's-level students who already have a bachelors' degree in Earth Sciences or Geological sciences. It is a predominantly taught course in which candidates work alongside the fourth-year students taking the integrated Cambridge BA/MSci Earth Sciences course. It is intended for students planning a career, further training, or research within Earth Sciences, or for other students wanting the intellectual challenge of an advanced course in the Earth Sciences.

Faculty: School of the Physical Sciences  |  Department: Department of Earth Sciences  |  Duration: 9 months full-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: October 2027  |  Location: Cambridge, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Students will have: carried out an individual research project in an area of current geological relevance, communicating the results clearly via a written report, a poster presentation, and an oral presentation. acquired practical, organizational and presentation skills that will enable them to continue successfully with research in other professional careers. Thesis / Dissertation An individual research project of 7,500 words is required.

Career pathways

Students will have: carried out an individual research project in an area of current geological relevance, communicating the results clearly via a written report, a poster presentation, and an oral presentation. acquired practical, organizational and presentation skills that will enable them to continue successfully with research in other professional careers.

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