36 monthsProgramme duration
31,300 GBPTuition Fee/year
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Programme overview
Main Subject
Geology
Degree
BSc
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
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.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Geology
Degree
BSc
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
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.
Admission Requirements
A-level standard offer: ABB including two science-related subjects. Science-related subjects include: Biology, Chemistry, Further Mathematics, Mathematics, Physics, Environmental Science, Geology, Computer Science, Geography and Marine Science.
A-level contextual offer: BBC including BB in two science-related subjects. Science-related subjects include: Biology, Chemistry, Further Mathematics, Mathematics, Physics, Environmental Science, Geology, Computer Science, Geography and Marine Science.
GCSE profile requirements
Higher numeracy requirement (6 or B in GCSE Mathematics or equivalent)
English language requirements
If English is not your first language, you need to have one of the following:
• IELTS 6.5 overall with 6.5 in all skills
• GCSE English Language grade C or 4
• an alternative qualification outlined in our Profile level C.
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