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BSc (Hons) Geology

University of Portsmouth ( Navitas ), United Kingdom
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Course Overview

With this degree, you could go on to work in the extractive minerals industry, mining, oil and gas sectors, geological engineering, or do further study at the Masters or Ph.D. level. You'll also have transferable communication and IT skills suitable for a career in business, commerce, or education. What can you do with a Geology degree? Roles our graduates have taken on include: mining geologist well-site geologist geotechnical engineer teacher When you finish the course, our Careers and Employability service can help you find a job that puts your skills to work. We can help you identify placements, internships, and voluntary roles to build your links in the industry. After you leave the University, you can get help, advice, and support for up to 5 years as you advance in your career. You can also join the Portsmouth Geology Alumni Group to get careers advice from former students.

General Eligibility

Typical offers

  • A level – 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 T-level subjects include Construction: Design, Surveying and Planning, Health, Healthcare Science, and Science

  • BTECs (Extended Diplomas) – DDM–DMM

Part Time Work Details

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.

What You'll Study

1 Year 1

Core modules

  • Analysis of the Earth and Environment

  • Earth Materials

  • Engineering Geology and Geohazards

  • Global Environmental Challenges

  • How the Earth Works

  • Sedimentology and Palaeontology

2 Year 2

Core modules

  • Dynamic Earth

  • GIS and Remote Sensing

  • Professional Skills and Careers

  • Structural Geology

  • Sedimentary Processes and Facies Analysis

3 Year 3

Core modules

  • Earth Science Project

  • Earth Science in the Workplace

  • Mineral Resources and Exploration

Language Requirement

  • IELTS5.5
  • TOEFL59
  • PTE50
  • Duolingo69
English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.0 with no component score below 5.5.

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