ResM Geological Sciences
University of Plymouth
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About the courseBuilding on our international reputation for marine research and teaching, along with regional and national initiatives, this distinctive degree focuses on the growing offshore renewable energy sector.Key features- A flexible programme of research that is ideal if you are interested in pursuing a specific shorter-term research project.- Focus on a geological sciences project within a vibrant interdisciplinary research community.- A bespoke training pathway tailored to your ...Read more

About the course

Building on our international reputation for marine research and teaching, along with regional and national initiatives, this distinctive degree focuses on the growing offshore renewable energy sector.

Key features

- A flexible programme of research that is ideal if you are interested in pursuing a specific shorter-term research project.
- Focus on a geological sciences project within a vibrant interdisciplinary research community.
- A bespoke training pathway tailored to your individual needs.
- Modules may be chosen from a variety of existing taught masters programmes and can span disciplines as appropriate.
- Personalised expert supervision (you'll be assigned a Director of Studies and an additional supervisor).

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WUSCA ranking:
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70/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
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23rd
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
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65th
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Daisy
08 Nov 24

The university is very involved in the wellbeing of the students by holding events. The university also has excellent..Read more

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grace
06 Nov 24

Great location, the students union is great at having lots of events for people to take part..Read more

Entry requirements

You will need a good 2:1 or first class honours degree, or international equivalent, in an area of study appropriate to your project, and at least a 2:1 in the research project component of your degree. Before applying you should approach a potential supervisor for your research project and agree a project title and module combination. Your offer letter will then reflect the specific combination of modules and project agreed.

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£4,786 per year

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£18,030 per year

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£18,030 per year

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Daisy
08 Nov 24
Geology BSc (Hons)
The university is very involved in the wellbeing of the students by holding events. The university also has excellent...
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grace
06 Nov 24
Geology BSc (Hons)
Great location, the students union is great at having lots of events for people to take part...
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University of Plymouth
University of Plymouth , Plymouth

The University of Plymouth’s campus is centrally located within Britain’s Ocean City, perched on the south western coast of Devon...

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University of Plymouth
Drake Circus Plymouth PL4 8AA United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Plymouth  0.2 miles away

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