MSci Environmental Geoscience at University of Exeter

Programme overview

Our MSci in Environmental Geoscience is designed to equip you with an advanced understanding of the geology, chemistry and physics of the Earth and to tackle global environmental challenges. Gain technical experience through 70 days of fieldwork, as well as laboratory classes, optional industry placement and a major final-year research project. Study in Cornwall at Exeter’s Penryn Campus and gain access to world-class geoscience case studies on your doorstep.

Duration: 4 years | Study mode: full-time (integrated masters) | Intake: 2027 entry | Location: Exeter, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

- Alongside your main degree you may be eligible (depending on your course) to choose modules from another subject to broaden your skills and interests. - Essential skills for your future, including communication, problem-solving, teamwork and digital confidence.

Career pathways

Our graduates enjoy excellent career opportunities in a range of subjects, including mineral exploration, hydrogeology, geophysics, geotechnics, and environment-related industries. Graduates also go on to roles outside of geology, utilising the array of transferable skills they have developed. Recent graduates work in fields as diverse as the UK civil service, Arup Geotechnics, the National Trust, the Ministry of Defence and Geomarine Ltd.

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Application information

Entry requirements

UCAS code F757. Typical offer: A level: ABB; IB: 32/655; BTEC: DDM A-Level: ABB (GCE A-Level in two science subjects* (see below) at grade B or A-Level Geology at grade B.). IB: 32/655 (Two science subjects at HL5 or Geology at HL5). BTEC: DDM (Applicants studying one of the following subjects in the BTEC Extended Diploma, BTEC Diploma or BTEC Extended Certificate will be considered without the specific GCE A-Level subject requirements: Applied Science, Engineering). GCSE: C or 4 (English Language and Mathematics; Applicants who have achieved GCSE Maths one grade below the specified requirement will be considered. These applicants may be invited to complete the Maths Transition Course; and receive a conditional offer on the basis of successful course completion.). Access to HE: 24 L3 credits at Distinction Grade and 21 L3 credits at Merit Grade (12 L3 credits at Distinction Grade in an acceptable Geology subject area or 24 L3 credits at Distinction Grade in two other acceptable Science subject area). T-Level: Distinction (T-level Design, surveying and planning for construction only).

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28) Source

International applicants: GBP 31,500 a year (2027/28) Source

Intake: 2027 entry

Duration: 4 years

Apply through the official page: https://www.exeter.ac.uk/undergraduate-degrees/apply/

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