Aberdeen,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSc Soil Science in Aberdeen United Kingdom | University of Aberdeen
University of Aberdeen
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Aberdeen United Kingdom
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Taught)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
27,000
(c. USD36,130.05)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months
Home to one of Europe's premier soil science research hubs, Aberdeen takes pride in offering this MSc program that covers soil characterization and fundamental properties alongside cutting-edge methodologies. The program also provides an MRes alternative.
For more than six decades, the University of Aberdeen has cultivated exceptional Soil Science professionals, counting globally recognized researchers, distinguished consultants, and high-ranking government officials among its graduates. Students benefit from rigorous training in soil and environmental sciences, with significant emphasis on hands-on fieldwork and laboratory instruction. Our School boasts comprehensive expertise across all key soil science disciplines (biology, chemistry, physics, and pedology), ensuring instruction from field specialists. The MSc culminates in a supervised research project, either with our faculty or through our network of partner institutions.
The Soil Science MSc/MRes program is designed to equip students with:
Core knowledge about soil composition and characteristics.
Practical skills to apply this understanding in both academic and real-world scenarios, including food production and environmental conservation.
Access to leading experts across diverse soil science specializations.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
The information below is provided as a guide only and does not guarantee entry to the University of Aberdeen.
MSc
Minimum entry requirement for this programme is a degree in a biological, environmental or physical science, geography, or other relevant discipline at 2:1 (upper second class) UK Honours level, or an Honours degree from a non-UK institution which is judged by the University to be of equivalent worth. Candidates with at least a 2:1 or equivalent in other disciplines may be considered if they can demonstrate relevant experience and motivation.
You will be required to supply the following documentation with your application as proof you meet the entry requirements of this degree programme. If you have not yet completed your current programme of study, then you can still apply and you can provide your Degree Certificate at a later date.
CV
an up-to-date CV/Resum
Degree Certificate
a degree certificate showing your qualifications
Degree Transcript
a full transcript showing all the subjects you studied and the marks you have achieved in your degree(s) (original & official English translation)
Personal Statement
a detailed personal statement explaining your motivation for this particular programme
IELTS Academic: OVERALL - 6.5 with: Listening - 5.5, Reading - 5.5, Speaking - 5.5, Writing - 6.0
TOEFL iBT: OVERALL - 90 with: Listening - 17, Reading - 18, Speaking - 20, Writing - 21
MSc
Minimum entry requirement for this programme is a degree in a biological, environmental or physical science, geography, or other relevant discipline at 2:1 (upper second class) UK Honours level, or an Honours degree from a non-UK institution which is judged by the University to be of equivalent worth. Candidates with at least a 2:1 or equivalent in other disciplines may be considered if they can demonstrate relevant experience and motivation.
You will be required to supply the following documentation with your application as proof you meet the entry requirements of this degree programme. If you have not yet completed your current programme of study, then you can still apply and you can provide your Degree Certificate at a later date.
CV
an up-to-date CV/Resum
Degree Certificate
a degree certificate showing your qualifications
Degree Transcript
a full transcript showing all the subjects you studied and the marks you have achieved in your degree(s) (original & official English translation)
Personal Statement
a detailed personal statement explaining your motivation for this particular programme
IELTS Academic: OVERALL - 6.5 with: Listening - 5.5, Reading - 5.5, Speaking - 5.5, Writing - 6.0
TOEFL iBT: OVERALL - 90 with: Listening - 17, Reading - 18, Speaking - 20, Writing - 21
Tuition
GBP
27,000