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MSc - Master of Science
The University of Edinburgh
Full Time
JAN
1 year
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MSc - Master of Science
The University of Edinburgh
Full Time
JAN
1 year
MSc - Master of Science
The University of Edinburgh
Part Time
JAN
2 years
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This masters by research programme is an opportunity to carry out a substantial piece of research in any of the following major branches of geosciences: Atmospheric Science; Climate Change; Ecological Sciences; Environmental Geochemistry; Environmental Geoscience; Environmental Sustainability; Exploration Geophysics; Geoinformatics; Geology.
Research trainingThe programme aims to provide a structured approach to basic research training, allowing you to explore an area of research that may be subsequently developed into a PhD. You may also have the opportunity to develop links with research projects at national and international levels.
Research reputationThe School has the largest geoscience research group in the UK, with about 370 academics and researchers. The ambition and quality of our research was reflected in the latest Research Assessment Exercise, where 66% of our research was rated within the top two categories: world-leading and internationally excellent.
Training and supportAs a research student affiliated to a research institute, you will benefit from an excellent peer-supported network.
As a grouping of researchers with related interests, the institute provides a forum for development of ideas, collaboration, and dissemination of results, and an environment for training, development and mentoring of research students and early career researchers.
A UK 2:1 honours degree, or its international equivalent.
Students living in
Domestic
£10,400 per year
Students from Domestic
This is the fee you pay if the University is in the same country that you live in (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland)
£35,300 per year
Students from EU
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.
£35,300 per year
Students from International
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.
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