Geology with Planetary Science Master

Master

In Manchester

Price on request

Description

  • Type

    Master

  • Location

    Manchester

  • Duration

    4 Years

  • Start date

    September


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.
In year 4 you will work and study alongside MSc, PhD students and our research scientists. The research skills and independence you develop during this year are highly valued by employers. 

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Location

Start date

Manchester (Greater Manchester)
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Oxford Road, M13 9PL

Start date

SeptemberEnrolment now open

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Subjects

  • Geology
  • Maths
  • Planetary Science
  • University
  • School
  • GCSE Physics

Course programme



Part of the recruitment process involves an interview at one of our UCAS visit days. Please contact the school for more information.

A minimum of 35 in total with at least 17 points at higher level which must include Maths or Physics to at least grade 5.
A2B1B2B2B2 including Maths or Physics and one other science
Please contact the school for further information.
Grades AAB which must include either Mathematics or Physics
The Welsh bachelorccalaureate is accepted in lieu of one A level at grade A
Acceptable on its own or in combination with other qualifications. Applications from students studying for this qualification are welcome and all such applicants will be considered on an individual bachelorsis. Contact the University for further information.
The University of Manchester has a rich academic heritage and is one of the world's leading research-intensive universities. It also has a long history of welcoming international students and seeks to continue this tradition by admitting excellent students from across the world. Details of country specific entry requirements are available from the University website
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DDD (70 credits at distinction and 100 at merit with 10 at pass - 60 credits must be in maths or physics)
60 credits overall with at least 45 at level 3 which must include 27 credits @ distinction and 12  credits at merit (15 credits should be in Maths or Physics)
The University welcomes applicants with the AP qualification. Such applications will be considered on an individual bachelorsis.
The University of Manchester welcomes the introduction of the level 3 specialised diplomas. We look forward to providing guidance regarding progression opportunities and subject and grade requirements when further details on equivalences are published
If you have followed a non-standard educational route and have been, for example, educated at home, your application will be considered against the standard entry criteria of the course to which you applied. You will be required to demonstrate that you meet the academic entry requirements as specified for the course. We will also require a reference which should be written by somebody who knows you well enough, in an official capacity, to write about you and your suitability for higher education. Please refer to UCAS for further information: UCAS reference guidelines
Return-to-learn students are those who have had a substantial period away from any formal learning. Often such learners have pursued careers or raised a family. The University understands that students come from many different bachelorckgrounds, with varying qualifications, careers and skills, but they often bring to their studies a high degree of motivation and experience.
The University recognises that standard selection measures and procedures may not enable these learners to demonstrate fully their suitability for their chosen course. Where appropriate, admissions officers will seek and consider alternative evidence in order to give such learners equivalent consideration. Where they deem this alternative evidence meets entry criteria fully the learner will not be required to meet the standard academic entry requirements.
IELTS 6.5. Minimum 6 in any component
Some English language test results are only valid for two years. Your English language test report must be valid on the start date of the course.
Application and selection
Apply through UCAS
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All suitable applicants are invited to attend a visit day. Applicants who cannot attend are made an offer bachelorsed on their application form. During the day interviews will be conducted with a member of staff that will help inform us about who we will offer our bursaries to. 
Course details

During the admissions cycle we will be inviting applicants to visit the school and will be holding interviews, which will  help us select the recipients of our prestigious new William Boyd Dawkins Scholarships (up to ten awards to the value of £1000).
Practical support and advice for current students and applicants is available from the Disability Support Office. Email: dso@manchester.ac.uk
Careers
As a geologist or earth scientist your potential career paths will be extremely varied.  You could end up prospecting for diamonds in Suriname, or work as an exploration geologist in the oil and gas sector, or as a policy adviser for a major oil company. Around 40% of our students go on to study for further degrees and nearly  80% of our 2010 graduates surveyed were in fulltime employment or studying
 for further degrees 6 months after graduating (DLHE survey). For more information of how Manchester support you to find employment after graduation go to our website:

Geology with Planetary Science Master

Price on request