Overview

The Geological Sciences ResM programme from the University of Plymouth offers you the flexibility to shape your research in an area of particular interest to you, alongside the opportunity to gain research skills from our taught modules both within the School of Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences and across the University.

You will be supported within an active interdisciplinary research environment, working on a project in collaboration with your supervisor leading to a formal postgraduate qualification.

Key Features:

A flexible programme of research that is ideal if you are interested in pursuing a specific shorter-term research project.

Focus on a geological sciences project within a vibrant interdisciplinary research community.

A bespoke training pathway tailored to your individual needs.

Modules may be chosen from a variety of existing taught masters programmes and can span disciplines as appropriate.

Personalised expert supervision (you'll be assigned a Director of Studies and an additional supervisor).

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Programme Structure

This programme incorporates taught elements (a minimum of 40 credits and a maximum of 120 credits) and an extended research phase.
You must take and pass at least two taught and assessed modules (40 credit) to equip you with the appropriate level of research skills. The specific modules will be agreed together with your supervisor.
These taught elements typically focus on research methods, contemporary issues and methodological skills, but may vary according your individuals needs and the subject area.
On passing these modules you will progress to your research project.

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Key information

Duration

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

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-16 00:00:00

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More details

Most of our taught programmes begin in September. Applications can usually be made throughout the year, and are considered until programmes are full.

Language

English

IELTS

7

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PTE Academic

59

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TOEFL^® IBT

90

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Geology Geographical Information Systems (GIS) Environmental Sciences View 35 other Masters in Geology in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

IELTS

7

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PTE Academic

59

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TOEFL^® IBT

90

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
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Accidents
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Other requirements

General requirements

You will need a good 2:1 or first class honours degree, or international equivalent, in an area of study appropriate to your project, and at least a 2:1 in the research project component of your degree.

An IELTS score of 7 or equivalent is required if you are an international student

Before applying you should approach a potential supervisor for your research project and agree a project title and module combination. Your offer letter will then reflect the specific combination of modules and project agreed.

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Tuition Fee

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International

18030 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 18030 GBP per year during 12 months.
National

4786 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 4786 GBP per year during 12 months.

Part time Home/Islands fee: £3,180

Part time International fee: £9,015

Living costs for Plymouth

731 - 1387 GBP /month

Living costs

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

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Credits

Delivered

Disciplines

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What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Student insurance

Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fee

International

National

Living costs for Plymouth

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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