A-levels: AAB including at least two from: Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Environmental Science, Geography, Geology, Maths, Use of Maths or Physics.
EPQ with A-levels: AAB + 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 32 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 School regarding eligibility.
IELTS 6.0 or equivalent.
Our Geology degrees gives you a broad training in the geosciences, from the structure and history of our planet and life on Earth, to the natural resources that geologists need to manage for a sustainable future. You may have already discovered that every rock tells a fascinating story: perhaps it was formed in a volcano, or preserves dinosaur remains, or a chemical signature of past oceans, or a rare mineral with high-tech applications. Our Geology degree helps you piece it all together to arrive at a profound understanding of our planet and the role of the geoscientist in today’s world.
The first year lays the foundations by introducing you to the full spectrum of geoscience topics, including the rock cycle, palaeontology, natural resources, and geological maps. You will undertake a field trip to the beautiful Isle of Arran in Scotland where you can put into practice everything you have learn on campus. In the second year you will develop your skills and understanding, and in the third year, develop specialist expertise to help realise your potential. You can choose optional modules to reflect your developing interests, and take field trips to UK and overseas locations. By choosing the Geology degree, you will have more option choices than students on specialist degree streams, though it’s easy to change at the end of the first year if you discover a particular interest in palaeontology or applied and environmental geology. Explore the different modules in detail using the links on this page.
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. Plus you may be able to spend your third year abroad.
UCAS code: F601
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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 learn about more advanced aspects of geosciences such as the conditions required to form magmatic, metamorphic, and sedimentary rocks.
Core modules
Geological Field Skills (Spain, Anglesey and a field skills training trip)
Magmatic and Metamorphic Processes
Depositional Processes and Environments
Earth and Ocean Systems
Structure and Tectonics
Climate Change: Impacts, Vulnerability and Adaptation
Option modules
Choose one option module from:
Principles of Geophysics
Introductory Mineral Deposits
Major Events in the History of Life
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.
Year 3 (or Optional Year Abroad)
In your third year you can choose to stay in Leicester, in which case your third year will be the same as the final year of the BSc. During this year you will have the opportunity to take your degree in the direction that you want. The core modules will ensure that you are advancing in the essential areas of geology. Optional modules provide the chance to continue with the fundamental principles of geology at an advance level or specialise in the areas that fascinate you.
Core modules
Independent Field-Based Project
Plus your Dissertation
Field Courses
Choose one field course from:
Physical Volcanology - Tenerife
Applied Geology Field Course
Basin Evolution and Palaeoenvironments Field Course - Wales
Archaeological Geophysics Field Course
Option modules
Choose two option modules from:
Environmental Geoscience
Diversity and Evolution of Vertebrates
Geophysical Data Analysis
Water Quality Processes and Management
And two option modules from
Earth Science in Education
Planetary Science
Reflection Seismology
Geological Application of Microfossils
Mineral Exploration and Evaluation
Advanced Mineral Deposits
Stable Isotopes in the Environment
River Dynamics
Final Year
During your final year you will concentrate on specialising within a predominantly optional module structure. Your research project will be an opportunity to delve into an area of geoscience that has captured your interest during the first three years under the supervision of our highly accomplished staff members.
Core modules
Masters Research Project (Geology)
Hot Topics
Choose one field course module from:
Advanced Field Course: Overseas
Anthropogenic Impact on the Urban Environment
Option modules
Choose two option modules from:
Methods and Modelling in Palaeoclimatology
Evolutionary Palaeobiology
Igneous Petrogenesis
Ore Genesis
Global and Crustal Seismology
Anthropogenic Impact on the Urban Environment (if you have done Advanced Field Course: Overseas as your field course module)
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
