ObjectivesThe programme provides you with both a broad background in Earth Sciences and specialist knowledge about the environmental impact of geological and related activities. The programme includes substantial practical laboratory work and fieldwork in all three years.
Entry requirementsThis programme is ideal if you are particularly interested in exploration for Earth Resources and the environmental impact of their extraction, along with the safe disposal of any waste products.
Academic titleBSc Environmental and Resource Geology
Course descriptionSpecial features
Flexibility in choice of programmes.
Integrates and applies scientific disciplines to problems of immense economic and social importance.
All accommodation and transport costs on compulsory school-led field trips are met by the University.
-you have a large range of available course units (from Earth surface processes to palaeontology via volcanic hazards)
-you will be taught by academics who are the experts in their fields
-the courses are taught in a friendly close-knit environment that integrates a variety of formal and informal teaching methods.
-much of our research is directly integrated into our teaching so you will be involved with cutting-edge investigations in highly-rated research departments
-you will learn how to communicate effectively
-your IT skills will be developed on a variety of platforms
Career opportunities Geologists find employment in the oil, mining, water and environmental areas, with site investigation being the growth area. Competent scientists, with analytical and numerical skills are sought after in many laboratory-based disciplines. Many of our graduates continue on to further degrees.