B.Sc. Geology with Planetary Science

Bachelor's degree

In Manchester

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Description

  • Type

    Bachelor's degree

  • Location

    Manchester

  • Start date

    September

Geology with Planetary Science [BSc] - Learn about the formation of the solar system and how the Earth and other planets have evolved since their formation 4.5 billion years ago. This degree course integrates the major subjects studied in a geology degree with aspects of physics and astronomy. It includes specialist study of comparative planetology, extraterrestrial materials, the formation of the elements and the origin of the solar system. Graduates can pursue careers in geology or undertake further study to become planetary science researchers.

Facilities

Location

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Manchester (Greater Manchester)
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Oxford Road, M13 9PL

Start date

SeptemberEnrolment now open

About this course

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Subjects

  • Geology
  • Planetary Science
  • Materials
  • GCSE Physics

Course programme

Course Content
  • Geology Field Course
  • Year 1 Tutorial
  • Planet Earth
  • British Stratigraphy / Geological Maps
  • Earth Materials I
  • Properties of Minerals
  • Introduction to Palaeontology
  • Earth Materials II
  • Earth Resources
  • Introduction to Planetary Science
  • Tutorials
  • Global Tectonics
  • Sediment transport processes and depositional environments
  • Igneous Petrology
  • Computing, Data Analysis & Communication Skills
  • Geophysical Techniques
  • Structural Geology A
  • Field Courses - France, Scotland, Pembs
  • Introduction to Astrophysics and Cosmology
  • Physics of the Solar System
  • Field Course: N. Spain
  • Abstract, Poster & Seminar in Earth Sciences
  • Hydrogeology
  • Comparative Planetology
  • Lithospheric Processes
  • Article in Planetary Science
  • Project in Planetary Science
  • Origin of the Solar System
  • Structural Geology B
  • Analytical Techniques

B.Sc. Geology with Planetary Science

Price on request