Course Overview

Geology at Leicester provides a friendly, dynamic, and supportive environment to learn about our planet's evolution from geoscientists at the forefront of their field. Our research leads our teaching, and you will be taught by staff recognized internationally for their expertise in palaeobiology, economic geology, volcanology, structural geology, geophysics, and palaeoenvironments. Because all our degrees include standard modules in the first year, you can transfer between courses as you discover those aspects of the geosciences which inspire you most and best match your particular interests and career aspirations. We pride ourselves on our excellent staff-student relations and have high student satisfaction levels, not least because of our small group teaching and tutorials, which provide individually tailored academic and pastoral support throughout your degree.

General Eligibility

A-levels: AAB preferably including at least two from Geology, Maths, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Use of Maths, Computer Science, Environmental Science, or Geography. We also consider one-science profiles with Geology, Maths, Biology, Chemistry or Physics.

EPQ with A-levels: AAB + EPQ at grade B. A-level subjects preferably including at least two from Geology, Maths, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Use of Maths, Computer Science, Environmental Science, or Geography. We also consider one-science profiles with Geology, Maths, Biology, Chemistry or Physics.

GCSE: Grade C/4 in English Language and Maths.

Access to HE Diploma: Pass science diploma with a minimum of 45 credits at level 3, 30 of which must be at Distinction. To include Physics, Chemistry and Maths Level 3 credits.

International Baccalaureate: Pass Diploma with 30 points, including grade 5 in two science subjects at HL. A minimum of 3 in HL Maths or 4 in SL Maths is required if a degree of C/4 is not held at GCSE. A minimum of 4 in the English Language is necessary if a grade of C/4 is not held at GCSE.

BTEC Nationals: Pass Diploma with DDD (Science Related). Please contact the department regarding eligibility.

T Levels: Distinction in Science (with an Occupational Specialism in Laboratory technician)

Part Time Work Details

Twenty hours of work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

• IELTS 6.5 or equivalent. If your first language is not English, you may need to prove your English ability. If you do not yet meet our requirements, our English Language Teaching Unit (ELTU) offers a range of courses to help you to improve your English to the necessary standard.