Explore the evolution of Earth and uncover the mysteries of volcanic eruptions, climate change, and dinosaur extinction. You will gain the knowledge to understand the planet's past, anticipate future environmental challenges, and develop solutions to understand how the world works that will shape the future. In year three, embark on an exciting research project, blending field and lab work to tackle scientific questions. Enjoy an international field module in Spain exploring diverse geological wonders. Customise your journey with three optional modules in Earth or Environmental Sciences, or Physical. **Why Study Geology at Birmingham?** Begin an exhilarating journey and delve into fascinating subjects like volcanic eruptions, climate change and ancient civilisations, while gaining invaluable hands-on experience through extensive fieldwork in our additional fourth year. **Research-led teaching** – Our research informs our programmes, taught by expert academics. REF ranks University of Birmingham 3rd in the UK for Earth Systems and Environmental Sciences. **Flexibility** - The varied module portfolio allows you to specialise in areas of interest, from natural hazards to climate change and hydrogeology. **Fieldwork** – An essential part of our degree programmes. In the first two years you'll dive into exciting fieldwork gaining observational and analytical skills. Destinations including Pembrokeshire, Jurassic Coast, Cornwall, Crete and Spain. The best bit, the University currently covers travel and accommodation costs for all compulsory field courses. **Accreditation** - Accredited by the Geological Society of London, it meets professional standards and aids in achieving Chartered Geologist status. Graduates can explore thrilling careers in mining, the oil industry, hydrogeology, pollution control, and environmental protection.
A Level: AAB | AAB Including 1 Required Science: Biology/Chemistry/Computing/Electronics/Environmental Studies/Further Maths/Geography/Geology/Human Biology/Maths/ Physics/Psychology/Statistics/PE Specified subjects excluded for entry: General Studies and Critical Thinking. | International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme: 32 UCAS points | 6,6,5 32 points overall Including HL in 1 Required Science | Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) | We welcome students studying BTEC qualifications as an alternative to A levels, and accept BTEC Extended Diploma, Diploma and Extended Certificate. Please contact us for further guidance. | Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015) | Accepted in place of a non-required A level with the equivalent grade. | Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal | Accepted in place of A levels with the following grade equivalencies: D2 = A*; D3 = A; M2 = B. Combinations of A levels and Principle subjects are accepted. NB required subjects must be offered (see A level Section)
The University will charge the maximum approved tuition fee per year. For the 2027 year of entry, we expect that the tuition fee for your first year of study will be £10,050. If Parliament agrees on an increase in tuition fees, the University will increase fees for each year of study normally in line with these changes and will communicate any change in the fees to you without delay. For details of the annual tuition fee for International Students please see the course web page listed in the 'course details' section above. If you are made an offer to study by the University, the yearly tuition fee will be stated in your offer letter. — 2027 provisional
Comparing courses? Match them against your grades.
Open the course explorer