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Palaeontology and Evolution - MSci (Hons)

University of Bristol

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  • Qualification

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

  • Location

    Clifton Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    21-SEP-26

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary

Develop an understanding of the evolution of life on this planet through the study of geology and biology. Our degrees are interdisciplinary and provide you with a broad background in palaeobiological science, including state-of-the-art methods and technological advances.Learn from experts with interests ranging from dinosaurs to plants to the origin of life and be fully immersed in hands-on palaeontology from the start.One third of the first year is dedicated to biology and two thirds to earth science. After the first year you will take core units from both disciplines. In the third year you will carry out a research project, take a range of specialist palaeontology units and select from a range of optional units to pursue your own interests.Current units include: Marine Micropalaeontology, where you will use microfossils to reconstruct past climates Macroevolution, where you will learn techniques for analysing the large-scale patterns in evolution and Vertebrate Palaeobiology and BiomechanicsOur MSci course allows you to study more advanced material in greater depth during the additional year, giving you a career boost by investing in your skills development or preparing you for further research.Our emphasis on quantitative research allows you to develop valuable mathematical and statistical skills. There are also opportunities for volunteer work and internships in our state-of-the-art palaeobiology laboratories.The course involves fieldwork, including dedicated palaeontology field courses, the cost of which is included in your tuition fee.

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£ 31,300per year

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University information

University of Bristol

University of Bristol

University of Bristol

  • University League Table

    15th

  • Campus address

    Main Site, Beacon House, Queens Road, Bristol, Bristol, BS8 1QU, United Kingdom

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Bristol is one of the UK's leading research universities, with a curriculum informed by the latest research and degrees taught by expert academics.
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Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Biological Sciences

    10th out of 91 1

    11th out of 27 2

  • Entry standards

    / Max 218
    171 78%

    16th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    81.0 81%

    22nd

    6

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.14 79%

    29th

    8

  • Entry standards

    / Max 222
    158 71%

    10th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    82.0 82%

    16th

    3

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.29 82%

    7th

    19

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