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BSc (Hons) Palaeontology

University of Portsmouth, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

Are you interested in studying the processes of how life on Earth began, evolved and diversified? Do you enjoy getting your hands dirty as well as spending time in the lab?

Get ready to dig up the past on our BSc (Hons) Palaeontology degree course, which is accredited by The Geological Society of London.

General Eligibility

  • A levels – ABB–BBC

  • UCAS points – 112–128 points, with 32 points from a Science subject (Applied Science, Archaeology, Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science/Studies, Geography, Geology, Mathematics or Physics)

  • T levels – Merit. Acceptable subjects include Construction: Design, Surveying and Planning, Health, Healthcare Science, Science

  • BTECs (Extended Diplomas) – DDM–DMM

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

What You'll Study

1 Placement year

On this course, you can do an optional work placement year between your 2nd and 3rd years to get valuable experience working in industry.

We’ll help you secure a work placement that fits your situation and ambitions. You’ll get mentoring and support throughout the year.

2 Year 1

Core modules in this year include:

  • Analysis of the Earth and Environment

  • Biodiversity and Vertebrate Anatomy

  • Earth Materials

  • Global Environmental Challenges

  • How the Earth Works

  • Sedimentology and Palaeontology

3 Year 2

Core modules in this year include:

  • Early Vertebrate Evolution

  • Invertebrate and Analytical Palaeontology

  • Micropalaeontology, Palaeobotany, and Palaeoenvironments

  • Palaeontological Techniques

  • Professional Skills For Palaeontologists

  • Sedimentary Processes and Facies Analysis

4 Year 3

Core modules in this year include:

  • Palaeontology Project and Study Tour 

Optional modules in this year include:

  • Analytical Methods For Earth and Environmental Sciences

  • Applications of Palaeontology and Sedimentology

  • Dinosaurs and Mammals

  • Introduction to Teaching

  • Oceans, Climates and Environments

  • The Fossil Record

Language Requirement

The IELTS score for international applicants is 6.0 (with no less than 5.5 in each component).

Ready to get started?

For any enquiries or further details, please don't hesitate to contact us. Let's take the next step in your academic journey together.

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