A-levels: ABB-BBB including at least two from: Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Environmental Science, Geography, Geology, Maths, Use of Maths or Physics.
EPQ with A-levels: BBB + EPQ at grade B. A-level subjects to include two from Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Environmental Science, Geography, Geology, Maths, Use of Maths 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 5 points in two science subjects at HL. Minimum of 3 in HL Maths, or 4 in SL Maths, or 5 in Maths Studies required if grade C/4 not held at GCSE. Minimum of 4 in English Language required if grade C/4 not held at GCSE.
BTEC Nationals: Pass Diploma with DDD (Science Related). Please contact department regarding eligibility.
IELTS 6.0 or equivalent.
Whether you study for the BSc or the MGeol, your Applied and Environmental Geology degree will prepare you to meet the fundamental challenges of locating and managing Earth resources, whilst minimising the environmental impact of extraction. You will study how geoscience affects human activities within the ever-changing needs and challenges of a growing world population, and will learn how to apply your geological knowledge and skills to industrial and environmental systems, making you a highly employable geoscience graduate.
The first-year modules will lay the foundations, with topics spanning the breadth of the geosciences, and a field-trip to the beautiful Isle of Arran in Scotland. Also, by choosing the Applied and Environmental Geology degree when you apply, you will be assigned to a personal tutor who is a specialist in the field. In the second year, you will develop your skills and understanding across the geosciences, and start to specialise through a module on mineral deposits. In the third year, you will develop specialist expertise through a dissertation on a relevant topic of interest to you, alongside an environmental geoscience module and a bespoke field trip to Cornwall. You can also opt to take modules in applied subjects including mineral deposits and water quality and management, and therefore tailor the degree to your interests and career aspirations. We embed industry-standard skills and practices in our modules to help you build your confidence for the workplace and fully realise your potential.
Each year of the degree includes different field work opportunities including trips to Scotland, Spain and Wales where you will be able to apply all that you have learned here on campus.
BSc or MGeol: what's the difference?
Apply for a BSc degree if you want an ideal three-year route to becoming a professional geologist or you’re looking to pursue further geological studies through a specialist MSc course.
Apply for a four-year MGeol degree if you are looking to fast-track your professional geological employment or to continue on to PhD research after graduation. MGeol courses include a major cutting-edge independent research project on a topic chosen by you, giving you the opportunity to work with specialist analytical facilities, learn the skills required to succeed in a research environment and potentially see your work published in a peer-reviewed journal.
UCAS code: F610
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Year 1
You will have a broad introduction to geoscience and discover the role of geology and geoscientists in today's society.
Modules
First Year Tutorials
The Rock Cycle – Our Dynamic Earth (double module)
Micro to Macro: From Rock Properties to Plate Tectonics
Palaeobiology and the Stratigraphic Record
Natural Resources and the Environment
Geological Maps and Structures
Introductory Field Course (Arran)
Year 2
You will develop your understanding of the fundamental aspects of geoscience. A module in mineral deposits will begin your route into specialisation.
Modules
Geological Field Skills (Spain, Anglesey and a field skills training trip)
Magmatic and Metamorphic Processes
Introductory Mineral Deposits
Climate Change: Impacts, Vulnerability and Adaptation
Earth and Ocean Systems
Structure and Tectonics
Depositional Processes and Environments
Optional Year in Industry
If you want to, you can take a year out between your second and third years and spend that time working in industry.
If you choose to do this, you’ll take a module in your second year that will help you to find a work placement and prepare you for the workplace. Throughout your placement, there will be structured support available to you from specialist staff at the University.
You’ll benefit from real-world experience in a commercial setting, enabling you to make an easier transition from studying to working after you finish your degree. It will also strengthen your CV significantly in preparation for entering the graduate labour market. On top of all this, you’ll be paid a salary for your placement.
Final Year
During your final year you will concentrate on applied and environmental geology. You will gain an advanced knowledge of mineral deposits and learn the practical elements of locating minerals and managing the environmental impacts of extraction.
Core modules
Independent Field-Based Project
Environmental Geoscience
Mineral Exploration and Evaluation
Applied Geology Field Course
Plus your Dissertation
Option modules
Choose one option module from:
River Dynamics
Choose one option module from:
Advanced Mineral Deposits
Earth Science in Education
Planetary Science
Reflection Seismology
Geological Application of Microfossils
Stable Isotopes in the Environment
River Dynamics
All of our Geology degrees will provide you with the knowledge, technical and transferable skills required to achieve your professional goals. You’ll also benefit from a dedicated Careers Tutor with many years’ experience as an industry geologist.
Our annual Geology Careers Day is attended by a wide range of companies from across the geoscience sector. More than 50 companies are actively involved with Geology at Leicester, from funding major research projects to work experience opportunities.
OSHC - $12276 GBP / per year
