Paleontology degrees in Central England

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University of Leicester

2 paleontology courses EAST MIDLANDS
Subject ranking: 17th
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Source : Complete University Guide 2026

WUSCA ranking: 32th
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My university experience had its highs and lows. The best part was the supportive academic environment, with passionate lecturers and plenty of resources like well-equipped libraries and study spaces. The vibrant campus life, with diverse clubs and events, made it a great place to meet people and grow personally. However, there were some downsides, like the high cost of living and occasional administrative delays, which could be frustrating. Improving affordability and streamlining student support services would make the experience even better overall.

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Geology with Palaeontology
calculator icon 120-152 ucas points clock icon 3 years full time
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Year 1
  • First Year Tutorials
  • Geological Maps and Structures
  • Introductory Field Course (Arran)
  • Micro to Macro: From Rock Properties to Plate Tectonics
  • Natural Resources and Energy for the 21st Century
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Geology with Palaeontology - MGeol
calculator icon 136-160 ucas points clock icon 4 - 5 years full time
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  • First Year Tutorials
  • Geological Maps and Structures
  • Introductory Field Course (Arran)
  • Micro to Macro: From Rock Properties to Plate Tectonics
  • Natural Resources and Energy for the 21st Century
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University of Birmingham

3 paleontology courses WEST MIDLANDS
Subject ranking: 5th
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Everything about UoB is great! Especially being an international student, UoB has provided me with a sense of warmth and welcoming and has created an environment that feels like a home away from home. The exposure we have as university students to the field of careers is amazing. And the university also has an amazing careers connect team that provide one-to-one support from mock interviews to CV reviews. The academic faculty is filled with professors who are experts in their chosen fields.

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Palaeontology and Geology
calculator icon 128 ucas points clock icon 3 years full time
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Year 1
  • Atoms to Volcanoes
  • Earth History and Life
  • Earth Structures & Tectonics
  • Earth Systems
  • Geoscience Project
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Palaeontology and Geology - MSci
calculator icon 136 ucas points clock icon 4 years full time
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  • Atoms to Volcanoes
  • Earth History and Life
  • Earth Structures & Tectonics
  • Earth Systems
  • Geoscience Project
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