MSci Geology (F603)
Master
In Bristol
Description
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Type
Master
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Location
Bristol
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Start date
Different dates available
About MSci Geology
If you are naturally curious about our planet and interested in finding solutions to global problems, then this course could be for you. You will learn about the physics, chemistry and history of the earth through examining collectable earth materials such as rocks, minerals and fossils, and using remote sensing techniques such as seismic waves to explore the structure and chemistry of its inaccessible areas.
In years one and two you will gain a firm grounding in earth sciences, building your knowledge to inform your choice of third year options. Recent options have included Oceanography, Economic Geology, Igneous Petrology and Seismology. Your third year also includes an independent mapping project, either in the UK or overseas. In the fourth year a broad range of advanced topics is available and the second half of the year is spent on a major research project.
We have a large geology collection and the ability to measure unique geochemical reactions, giving you a real feel for geology in practice. The course includes over 40 days of fieldwork in the UK and overseas, the cost of which is included in your tuition fee.
All our degrees are accredited by the Geological Society of London and transfers between courses are possible.
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Subjects
- Project
- Geology
- Options
Course programme
- Geology 1
- Environmental Geoscience 1
- Computing for Earth Scientists
- Introduction to Field Skills in Earth Sciences
- Physics and Chemistry for Earth Scientists
- Choose open units
Year 2 (2019/20)
- Structural Geology
- Sedimentology
- Geobiology
- Geochemistry
- Environmental Geochemistry
- Geology Field Skills
- Introduction to Field Mapping
- Imaging and Mapping the Earth
- Mineralogy and Petrology
- Numerical Methods and Programming
Year 3 (2019/20)
- Independent Field Project
- Geology Fieldwork
- Independent Development of Geology Skills
- Evolution of the Biosphere
- Oceanography
- Petroleum Sedimentology
- Economic Geology
- Environmental Radioactivity
- Geomicrobiology
- The Cambrian Explosion - the origin of animal body plans
- Global Tectonics and Geodynamics
- Igneous Petrology
- Climates and Ecosystems
- Applied Hydrogeology
- Physical Volcanology
Year 4 (2019/20)
- Earth Science Research Project
- Frontiers in Earth Science
- Advanced Earth Sciences Fieldwork
- Advanced Tectonics Fieldwork
- Seismology
- Geophysical Fluid Dynamics
- Micropalaeontology
- Formation and Evolution of the Terrestrial Planets
- Vertebrate Palaeobiology and Evolution
- Biomechanics and Functional Morphology
- Tracing and Observing the Earth System (10cps)
- Aqueous Geochemistry
- Volcanic Hazards: Observation, Modelling and Geographical Information Systems
- Advanced Igneous Petrology
- Modelling Volcanic Activity
MSci Geology (F603)