Overview

UCL Earth Sciences has strengths in geophysics, geochemistry, palaeobiology, mineral physics, geodynamics, geohazards, climate science, environmental geosciences and policy, and other areas.

Students in this Geoscience programme from University College London (UCL) choose from a wide range of optional modules from within the department and more widely across UCL, building an MSc tailored to their interests.

The programme aims to integrate theoretical studies with essential practical skills in the Earth sciences, both in the field and in the laboratory. Students develop the ability to work on group projects, prepare written reports, acquire oral skills and gain training in the methods of scientific research.

Employability

The MSc in Geoscience has a very successful track record in terms of postgraduate employment at professional level. In recent years approximately one third of our graduates achieve employment in Geoscience-related industries, such as environment consultancies, one third obtain PhD positions within the Earth sciences or related fields, and approximately one third go into non-Earth sciences professions such as journalism and teaching.

Networking

Visits and talks by external experts occur throughout Terms 1 and 2 as part of the weekly department seminars, hence offering many networking opportunities.
Our integrated curriculum approach to teaching also offers networking opportunities with members of staff in other departments and institutes across UCL.
Lastly, our central London location and proximity to the Natural History Museum and many other scientific organisations also enable various networking opportunities.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Deep Earth and Planetary Modelling
Origin of Life and Exobiology
Statistics for Geoscientists
Geological, Geotechnical & Hydro-meteorological Hazards
Meteorological and Hydrogeological Hazards
The Science Policy and Ethics of Climate Intervention
Artificial Intelligence for Earth Observations (AI4EO)

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-26 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-08-28 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

London, United Kingdom
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Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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General requirements

Normally a minimum of an upper second-class Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline from a UK university or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard.
Applicants whose qualifications are of lower second class honours standard may be admitted if evidence of an adequate academic background and appropriate field experience can be shown.
The English language level for this programme is: Level 2

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

43500 GBP / year

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Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

16000 GBP / year

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Additional Details

Part time

UK: £8,000
International: £21,750

Living costs

London

United Kingdom

1137 - 2157 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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