BSc (Hons) Geology at University of Hull

Programme overview

The BSc Geology covers Earth systems from tectonics and environmental change to natural hazards, energy and resources. Teaching combines laboratory analysis, geological investigation and residential field trips in the UK and Europe, with core field trips included in the tuition fee.

Faculty: Faculty of Science and Engineering | Department: School of Environmental and Life Sciences | Duration: 3 years | Intake: September 2027 | Study mode: full-time; optional placement year (4 years); optional year abroad (4 years) | Location: Hull, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

First-year modules include Planet Earth, Rocks, Minerals and Fossils, Earth in 3D and Interpreting Environments. Second year covers Geoscience Field Skills (with a six-day overseas field trip), Earth Surface Processes, Igneous and Metamorphic Geology and Geographic Information Systems, and final-year students complete a dissertation with options such as Earth Resources and the Environment, Environmental Impact Assessment and Advanced Geoscience Field Skills.

Career pathways

Graduates pursue careers in environmental consulting, remediation, renewable energies, exploration geology, surveying and engineering, with employers such as the Environment Agency, environmental consultancies, local councils and wildlife trusts; others move into teaching, finance or data analysis or further study.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Typical offer 96–112 UCAS points (A levels CCC to BBC; BTEC MMM to DMM). Contextual offer 96 UCAS points. At least 80 points must come from A levels, BTEC, or other equivalent qualifications. Alternative qualifications: IB Diploma: 28 points. Pass Access to HE Diploma overall with a minimum of 96-112 UCAS tariff points. International applicants: academic IELTS 6.0 overall, with no less than 5.5 in each skill.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Standard annual tuition fee for the full-time course as published for 2027 entry; placement, year abroad and foundation-year fees are charged separately and are not included. Source

International applicants: GBP 21,520 a year (2027/28). Standard annual tuition fee for the full-time course as published for 2027 entry; placement, year abroad and foundation-year fees are charged separately and are not included. Source

Intake: 2027 entry

Duration: 3 years

Apply through the official page: https://digital.ucas.com/coursedisplay/courses/53cf2523-6122-4f0c-b17c-a1479b83ac17

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