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Master of Geology - MGeol
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Full Time
SEP-25
4 Years
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Master of Geology - MGeol
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Full Time
SEP-25
4 Years
Master of Geology - MGeol
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SEP-25
5 Years
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The Earth sciences are critical to shaping the future of our planet. Geologists use their knowledge of the earth’s evolution and the physical, chemical and biological process that shape our planet, to pioneer sustainable futures. Our four-year degree will develop your knowledge and skills through advanced fieldwork, research training and opportunities to establish links with industry professionals, priming you for success in a range of geological careers in academia, government or industry. - Four year integrated masters programme.- Sharpen your research skills working alongside staff on a research or industry-related project, with the potential to be published in a peer-reviewed journal.- 100 per cent of the final year is taught at masters-level.- Our approachable staff share their cutting-edge research and expertise through varied teaching practices in lectures, tutorials, practical classes and field courses.- Learn to apply the latest techniques in the field and laboratory. Our substantial fieldwork programme uses the unrivalled local range of geological and geographical locations. Residential overseas fieldwork visits regions of active tectonics such as Death Valley, Italy and Sicily.- All students have the opportunity to spend your second year studying abroad in Europe, Canada, Australia, USA or elsewhere through our bilateral and ISEP exchange programmes.- Students can undertake a placement year, between the second and final year, working full time for a geological employer.- Improve your skills in our open access laboratory, LABplus.- Develop your confidence with your personal tutor, providing you with regular guidance throughout your degree. - Get support from students in the year ahead via our PALS mentoring scheme.- Live and study close to the sea, Dartmoor and two geological UNESCO World Heritage sites.- Receive free essential field safety equipment as part of your welcome package.- Work towards becoming a Chartered Geologist, our accreditation by the Geological Society, the world’s oldest and most prestigious national learned society for geology, helps you to gain the required experience.- A diverse and respectful place in which to work and study is fundamental to everything we do.
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A levelA level:
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Scottish Higher:
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Scottish Advanced Higher:
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UCAS Tariff:
120 - 128 Grades / Points required
Access to HE Diploma:
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AQA Certificate in Mathematical Studies (Core Maths):
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City & Guilds Certificate in Using and Applying Mathematics (Core Maths):
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Extended Project:
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International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:
30 Grades / Points required
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017):
H1,H2,H2,H2,H3 Grades / Points required
OCR Certificate in Quantitative Problem Solving (MEI) (Core Maths):
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OCR Certificate in Quantitative Reasoning (MEI) (Core Maths):
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Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Certificate (first teaching from September 2016):
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Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):
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Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016):
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Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):
DDM - DDD Grades / Points required
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):
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Pearson Edexcel Certificate in Mathematics in Context (Core Maths):
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T Level:
D Grades / Points required
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015):
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WJEC Eduqas Certificate in Mathematics for Work and Life (Core Maths):
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Range 120 to 128 UCAS points to include a minimum of 2 A Levels with a Grade B in a relevant science subject: Biology, Human Biology, Maths/Use of Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Physics, Electronics, Chemistry, Environmental Science/Studies, Applied Science, Geography, Geology, Design Technology, Psychology, Computer Science, Information Technology.
Considered in combination with Advanced Highers. Maths and English accepted within as GCSE equivalent.
Range from 120 to 128 UCAS points to include a minimum of 2 Advanced Highers to include a Grade B in a relevant science subject: Biology, Human Biology, Maths/Use of Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Physics, Electronics, Chemistry, Environmental Science/Studies, Applied Science, Geography, Geology, Design Technology, Psychology, Computer Science, Information Technology.
Range of UCAS points to include a minimum of 2 A Levels with a Grade B in a relevant science subject: Biology, Human Biology, Maths/Use of Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Physics, Electronics, Chemistry, Environmental Science/Studies, Applied Science, Geography, Geology, Design Technology, Psychology, Computer Science, Information Technology.
Pass a Science based Access to HE Diploma with 45 credits, including 30 Level 3 credits at Distinction and 15 credits Level 3 credits at Merit from science units
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To include 5 at Higher Level in two Science subjects: Biology, Human Biology, Maths/Use of Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Physics, Electronics, Chemistry, Environmental Science/Studies, Applied Science, Geography, Geology, Design Technology, Psychology, Computer Science, Information Technology.Maths and English accepted within as GCSE equivalent.
120 to 128 points to include relevant science subjects: Biology, Human Biology, Maths/Use of Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Physics, Electronics, Chemistry, Environmental Science/Studies, Applied Science, Geography, Geology, Design Technology, Psychology, Computer Science, Information Technology.Maths and English accepted within as GCSE equivalent.
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Science/Technology related subject required
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from any of the 3 Science pathways
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