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Geology with Foundation Year BSc
University of Leicester — Leicester, United Kingdom
Geology with Foundation Year BSc is a undergraduate Earth Sciences course at University of Leicester, Leicester, United Kingdom. It takes 4-5 years, costs £21,500 per year and starts in September.
Undergraduate · 4-5 years · Full-time · Earth Sciences · £21,500 per year
Intakes: September
Geology at Leicester provides a friendly, dynamic and supportive environment in which to learn about the history of our planet and life on Earth. You will be taught by staff recognised internationally for their expertise in fields such as palaeontology, economic geology, volcanology, structural geology, geophysics, and palaeoenvironments. You will benefit from our excellent facilities, ranging from dedicated student study spaces, 24/7 secure access to the building, and collections of over 250,000 specimens of rocks, fossils and minerals to help you learn. In later years, you can choose modules
Modules
- Fundamental Mathematics
- Scientific Computing
- Principles of Earth Science and Earth Systems
- Introductory Chemistry Practical
- Introductory Data Analysis
- Academic Support
- Introductory Earth and Environmental Science
- 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
- Magmatic and Metamorphic Processes
- Depositional Processes and Environments
- Introduction to Geochemistry
- Structure and Tectonics
- Climate Change: Impacts, Vulnerability and Adaptation
- Mineral Resources for Net-Zero Carbon 1
- Major Events in the History of Life
- Independent Field-Based Project
- Dissertation
- Environmental Geoscience
- Diversity and Evolution of Vertebrates
- Crustal Dynamics
- Sustainability Enterprise Partnership Project
Frequently asked questions
How long is Geology with Foundation Year BSc at University of Leicester?
Geology with Foundation Year BSc takes 4-5 years (Full-time).
How much does Geology with Foundation Year BSc at University of Leicester cost?
The listed tuition fee is £21,500 per year. Fees can change, so confirm the current amount before you apply.
When does Geology with Foundation Year BSc start?
Intakes: September.
What level is Geology with Foundation Year BSc?
It is a undergraduate course in Earth Sciences.
What will I study on Geology with Foundation Year BSc?
Modules include Fundamental Mathematics, Scientific Computing, Principles of Earth Science and Earth Systems, Introductory Chemistry Practical, Introductory Data Analysis and Academic Support.