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Earth Sciences - MSci (Hons)

Durham University

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  • Qualification

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

  • Location

    Durham City

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    05-OCT-26

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary

This Masters degree is ideal if you have a strong interest in Earth Science research. You'll gain knowledge at the cutting-edge of scientific research and be ready to take up a variety of roles or further study at international institutions.,This four-year Master’s degree has been designed to provide a comprehensive and rigorous education in all aspects of Earth Sciences along with the opportunity to interact with staff at the cutting-edge of scientific research. Ideally suited to students with a strong interest in research, the course incorporates a substantial amount of independent (and group) project work which will involve you in high-level quantitative investigations, in addition to advanced key skills training. If you have been accepted onto Geology, Geoscience, Environmental Geosciences, or Geophysics with Geology you may be able to transfer to the four-year MSci degree in Earth Sciences at the end of your second year. The fourth year combines a bespoke research project in your specialism, with advanced modules designed to integrate your Earth Science knowledge for vocational and/or research applications. This course prepares you for employment or PhD research. Graduates have secured positions with high-profile employers and PhD research positions at prestigious universities worldwide.This course provides you with the opportunity to follow the Geology, Environmental Geosciences, Geophysics or Geoscience pathway for the first three years and undertake a detailed independent research project in the area of your choice in the fourth year.Course structureYear 1 modulesCore modules:Years 1 to 3 You are required to choose modules from one of the following BSc routes: GeologyEnvironmental GeosciencesGeophysicsGeoscienceYear 2 modulesCore modules:Years 1 to 3 You are required to choose modules from one of the following BSc routes: GeologyEnvironmental GeosciencesGeophysicsGeoscienceYear 3 modulesCore modules:Years 1 to 3 You are required to choose modules from one of the following BSc routes: GeologyEnvironmental GeosciencesGeophysicsGeoscienceYear 4 modulesCore modules:Research Project Demonstrate advanced research skills in Earth Sciences via the completion of a significant piece of individual research.Optional modules:In recent years, optional modules have included: Science CommunicationEarth Science Field SeminarEarth Sciences into IndustryMonitoring the Oceans: Geohazards & Climate ChangePolar Quaternary Environmental ProcessesVolcanology and MagmatismAdditional Pathways Students can apply to be transferred onto either the with Year Abroad or with Placement pathway. Places on these pathways are in high demand and if you are chosen your studies will extend from three years to four or four to five depending on course.

Tuition fees

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£ 33,250per year

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University information

Durham University

Durham University

Durham University

  • University League Table

    5th

  • Campus address

    Durham City, Palatine Centre, Durham, Durham, DH1 3HP, United Kingdom

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Teaching is research-led and delivered by some of the world's leading experts. Durham supports students to progress to career opportunities around the globe.
More than 120 countries are represented at Durham, creating a diverse and welcoming place to study with an international outlook.
Its collegiate system makes Durham University exceptional. Each student belongs to a college: an inspiring and supportive community to call home from day one.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Geology

    8th out of 27 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 222
    159 71%

    9th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    90.0 90%

    8th

    3

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.33 83%

    5th

    8

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