Geology MSci (Hons)
University of Glasgow
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Master of Science (with Honours) - Msci (Hon)

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Gilmorehill (Main) Campus

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Full Time

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SEP-25

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5 Years

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Master of Science (with Honours) - Msci (Hon)

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Gilmorehill (Main) Campus

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Full Time

Start date

SEP-25

Duration

5 Years

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**GEOLOGY**: - Geology is the study of the Earth, its structure, composition, history, hazards, climate and resources. Geology provides an integrated understanding of whole Earth processes in 4D. And links the crust, surface and associated environments of the deep Earth. Our Geology graduates have gone on to work in engineering, mining and exploration, renewables and energy industries, and environmental consultancy. The flexibility of our programmes will enable you to choose your specialist ...Read more


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: - Geology is the study of the Earth, its structure, composition, history, hazards, climate and resources. Geology provides an integrated understanding of whole Earth processes in 4D. And links the crust, surface and associated environments of the deep Earth. Our Geology graduates have gone on to work in engineering, mining and exploration, renewables and energy industries, and environmental consultancy. The flexibility of our programmes will enable you to choose your specialist subject after an integrated first and second year which will prepare you for both degrees in Geology and Environmental Geoscience. You will take part in an exciting fieldwork programme to a variety of locations.

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WUSCA ranking:
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67/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
12th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
28th
Earth Sciences
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Drop-out rate
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Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 95 = 5% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
5%
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85%
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Earth Sciences graduate salary at this uni
£18,000
UK Earth Sciences graduate salary
£19,000
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