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Palaeontology and Evolution

University of Bristol

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

  • Location

    Clifton Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    21-SEP-26

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

Join a University ranked second in the UK for 'Earth systems and environmental sciences' research (THE analysis of REF 2021).Develop an understanding of the evolution of life on this planet through the study of geology and biology.Learn from experts with interests ranging from dinosaurs to plants to the origin of life, and become 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 and take a range of specialist palaeontology units. Examples of current units include:- Dynamics of Macroevolution, where you will learn cutting-edge techniques for analysing the large-scale patterns in the evolution of life, including the use of microfossils to reconstruct past climates and ecosystems- Fossils and Phylogenies, where you will learn how to construct evolutionary genealogies from the comparative anatomy of fossil organisms and the genomes of their living relatives, focussing especially on the origin and diversification of animals- Vertebrate Palaeobiology and Biomechanics, where you will study the evolution of vertebrates from fish-like creatures to humans, discovering methods for investigating how their bodies work.You will also select from a range of optional units to pursue your own interests.The course involves fieldwork, including dedicated palaeontology field courses, the cost of which is included in your tuition fee.Our emphasis on quantitative research allows you to develop valuable mathematical and statistical skills. There are opportunities for volunteer work and internships in our state-of-the-art palaeobiology laboratories.

Tuition fees

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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

    17th

  • 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

    9th out of 87 1

    9th out of 29 2

  • Entry standards

    / Max 225
    156 69%

    18th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    77.0 77%

    28th

    6

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.30 82%

    11th

    18

  • Entry standards

    / Max 225
    145 65%

    10th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    80.0 80%

    19th

    3

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.27 82%

    10th

    3

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