Birmingham,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BSc (Hons) Geology and Physical Geography in Birmingham United Kingdom | University of Birmingham
University of Birmingham
|
Birmingham United Kingdom
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree with Honours
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
25,860
(c. USD34,604.56)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
Our BSc in Geology and Physical Geography offers a versatile program, enhanced by comprehensive fieldwork, providing you with a well-rounded foundation in Earth sciences.
What factors influence natural disasters, and how can we predict and react to volcanic activity and seismic events? What insights can historical climate data offer about our changing climate? How does tectonic plate movement shape our natural surroundings? If these questions spark your curiosity, this program is designed for you.
The curriculum lets you choose from numerous electives across Earth Sciences and Physical Geography, enabling specialization in areas that captivate you. You might explore subjects ranging from volcanic risks and environmental conservation to micrometeorology applications, geological engineering, or satellite imaging techniques. Career paths could include roles in pollution management or groundwater studies, opportunities as a geotechnical specialist, positions with the British Geological Survey, academic research, or education. A Geology and Physical Geography degree from Birmingham opens doors to diverse and rewarding professional paths.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
Number of A levels required:
3
Typical offer:
ABB
Required subjects and grades:
At least one science A level subject
'Subjects considered to be sciences: Geology, Geography, Biology/Human Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Electronics, Environmental Studies, Computing and Psychology
Specified subjects excluded for entry: General Studies and Critical Thinking
BTEC Extended Diploma, Diploma and Subsidiary Diploma are accepted but subjects are considered on a case by case basis - contact us for further guidance.
International Baccalaureate Diploma: 6, 5, 5 in Higher level subjects plus 32 points overall. Higher level subjects need to include the required subjects as defined for the A-level qualification, where applicable.
TOEFL 80 overall with no less than 19 in Reading, 19 in Listening, 21 in Speaking and 19 in Writing. 6.0 overall with no less than 5.5 in any band.
3
Typical offer:
ABB
Required subjects and grades:
At least one science A level subject
'Subjects considered to be sciences: Geology, Geography, Biology/Human Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Electronics, Environmental Studies, Computing and Psychology
Specified subjects excluded for entry: General Studies and Critical Thinking
BTEC Extended Diploma, Diploma and Subsidiary Diploma are accepted but subjects are considered on a case by case basis - contact us for further guidance.
International Baccalaureate Diploma: 6, 5, 5 in Higher level subjects plus 32 points overall. Higher level subjects need to include the required subjects as defined for the A-level qualification, where applicable.
TOEFL 80 overall with no less than 19 in Reading, 19 in Listening, 21 in Speaking and 19 in Writing. 6.0 overall with no less than 5.5 in any band.
Tuition
GBP
25,860