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Earth and Planetary Science - MSci (Hons)

Imperial College London

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Imperial College London
UCAS CODE: F647

Course options

  • Qualification

    Master of Science (with Honours) - Msci (Hon)

  • Location

    Main Site

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    26-SEP-26

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary

Find out how solid planetary bodies are explored using geological and geophysical principles. This degree focuses on planets, moons, asteroids, and comets, along with geological and geophysical processes in the Solar System. You will also learn about geosciences, physics, chemistry, mathematics, engineering, and computing as part of an interdisciplinary degree. During the first two years, you'll take core subjects alongside students from other Earth Science degrees. In your third year, you can choose from optional geology or physics modules, such as astrobiology, earth systems, planetary physics, ore deposits and collisions. As part of our courses, you'll engage in fieldwork, which allows you to put knowledge into practice and develop valuable skills. Some students have the option to work in the field mapping the geology of areas such as the Greek Cyclades, French Massif Central, Pyrenees, French Alps, and North West Scotland. In your fourth year, you study modules of your choice as you complete your Master's. You'll also undertake a major research project. The planetary sciences are extremely popular due to the abundance of active and upcoming missions, requiring students to know the fundamentals of geosciences but also to be familiar with current knowledge and research problems.


Professional accreditation

- Geological Society of London. With a professionally accredited degree, you’ll be able to demonstrate to employers that you have achieved an industry-recognised standard of competency. Professional accreditation also provides international recognition of your qualifications, which you can use to launch a career abroad. Our BSc courses in Earth Science also reduce the number of years of post-graduation experience you need in order to register as a Chartered Geologist (CGeol). This is a highly respected qualification earned by professionals working in the geosciences industries, and can help you to enhance your career prospects and earning potential. In addition to your degree, you’ll receive the Associateship of the Royal School of Mines (ARSM) upon completion of this course. This associateship is awarded by one of our historic constituent Colleges.

Application deadline

14/01/2026

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University information

Imperial College London

Imperial College London

  • University League Table

    6th

  • Campus address

    South Kensington Campus, Exhibition Rd, London, Greater London, SW7 2AZ, United Kingdom

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Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Geology

    4th out of 27

    7th out of 48 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 222
    168 76%

    8th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    88.0 88%

    10th

    5

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.34 83%

    4th

    2

  • Entry standards

    / Max 224
    217 97%

    3rd

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    96.0 96%

    2nd

    1

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.82 71%

    44th

    1

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