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BSc (Hons) Geography & Geology

Edge Hill University, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

Explore Earth’s history, from its origins to current physical and environmental issues, and respond to them. Our BSc Geography & Geology course places practical field and laboratory work at its core. You’ll learn the fundamental techniques of physical geography and geology, becoming familiar with geographical information systems (GIS), digital cartography, and graphical software packages.

Your learning is underpinned by the study of the geological features of rivers, oceans, and volcanoes, as they are now and as they were in the past. Our fieldwork destinations across Europe will teach you about the natural world – destinations have included Cumbria, Edinburgh, Tenerife, and the Scottish Highlands. You can also tailor your degree to your interests, with the opportunity to select subject-specific and complementary modules.

After three years of study, you’ll have honed many transferable skills useful for working in public and private sector organizations. You might consider roles in conservation, geological exploration, environmental management, or environmental education. To help you plan for life after Edge Hill, our tailored careers and employability activities can help you identify and make your next move.

General Eligibility

Typical offer 112-120 UCAS Tariff points, including Geography, Geology, Environmental Science, or a related subject. GCSE Mathematics at Grade C or Grade 4 or above, or Adult Numeracy at Level 2 or above, or equivalent, is also required.

We are happy to accept IB qualifications that achieve the required number of UCAS Tariff points. Subject-specific requirements at Higher Level (HL) Grade 5 may apply.

Access to Higher Education Diploma 45 credits at Level 3, for example, 15 credits at Distinction and 30 credits at Merit or 24 credits at Distinction and 21 credits at Merit. The required total can be attained from various credit combinations.

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

What You'll Study

1 Year 1

Contemporary Geographical Skills

Dynamic Earth

Earth History

Earth Materials

Environmental Issues

Introducing Physical Geographies

2 Year 2

Geological Research Methods

Geomorphology

Igneous and Metamorphic Petrology

Research Methods for Physical Geography and Environmental Science

Sediments and the Biosphere

Weather, Climate and Soils

3 Year 3

Dissertation in Geology

Geoenvironmental Engineering

Environmental Hydrology and Flood Management

Language Requirement

  • IELTS5.5
  • TOEFL59
  • PTE50
  • Duolingo69

International students require IELTS 6.0, with a score no lower than 5.5 in each individual component, or an equivalent English language qualification.

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