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Geology MGeol

University of Leicester — Leicester, United Kingdom

Geology MGeol is a undergraduate Earth Sciences course at University of Leicester, Leicester, United Kingdom. It takes 4-5 years, costs £26,000 per year and starts in September.

Undergraduate · 4-5 years · Full-time · Earth Sciences · £26,000 per year

Intakes: September

Our Geology degrees gives you a broad training in the geosciences, from the structure and history of our planet and life on Earth, to the natural resources that geologists need to manage for a sustainable future. You may have already discovered that every rock tells a fascinating story: perhaps it was formed in a volcano, or preserves dinosaur remains, or a chemical signature of past oceans, or a rare mineral with high-tech applications. Our Geology degree helps you piece it all together to arrive at a profound understanding of our planet and the role of the geoscientist in today’s world. The

Modules

  • Tutorials
  • Evolution of the Earth System
  • Palaeobiology and the Stratigraphic Record
  • Natural Resources and Energy for the 21st Century
  • Geological Maps and Structures
  • Introductory Field Course
  • From Core to Crust
  • Our Dynamic Planet
  • Geological Fieldwork: Methods and Applications
  • Mapping Earth’s History: structural and stratigraphic field techniques
  • Climate Change: Impacts, Vulnerability and Adaptation
  • Data Analysis
  • Introduction to Geochemistry
  • Structure and Tectonics
  • Magmatic and Metamorphic Processes
  • Depositional Processes and Environments
  • Mineral Resources for Net-Zero Carbon 1
  • Major Events in the History of Life
  • Independent Field-Based Project
  • Dissertation
  • Environmental Geoscience
  • The Forensic, Archaeological and Geological Application of Microfossils
  • Ore Genesis
  • Igneous Petrogenesis
  • Sustainability Enterprise Partnership Project
  • Mineral Exploration, Economics and Sustainability
  • Stable Isotopes in the Environment
  • Diversity and Evolution of Vertebrates
  • Key Events in the Evolution of Planet Earth Viewed Through the Geological Lens of Wales -
  • Volcanology (Tenerife)

Frequently asked questions

How long is Geology MGeol at University of Leicester?

Geology MGeol takes 4-5 years (Full-time).

How much does Geology MGeol at University of Leicester cost?

The listed tuition fee is £26,000 per year. Fees can change, so confirm the current amount before you apply.

When does Geology MGeol start?

Intakes: September.

What level is Geology MGeol?

It is a undergraduate course in Earth Sciences.

What will I study on Geology MGeol?

Modules include Tutorials, Evolution of the Earth System, Palaeobiology and the Stratigraphic Record, Natural Resources and Energy for the 21st Century, Geological Maps and Structures and Introductory Field Course.