Overview

The Earth Sciences programme offered by University of Oxford focuses upon the scientific understanding of this and other planets. It embraces a large range of fundamental topics including the evolution of life, how climate has changed in the past and will change in the future, the nature of planetary surfaces and interiors and the processes underlying natural hazards like earthquakes and volcanoes.

Key Facts

The main aspect of the course is an original research project, which develops research skills, knowledge and expertise in an area of cutting-edge science. In many ways, the course is very similar to the DPhil in Earth Sciences, the key difference being that a DPhil project would normally take longer to complete and would be expected to make more significant advances in the field of research. The MSc by Research offers an alternative to a DPhil, for students wishing to undertake a shorter research degree.

Programme Structure

Courses Include:

Geophysics and Geodynamics
Planetary Evolution and Materials
Oceanography, Climate and Palaeoenvironment
Palaeobiology and Evolution
Geodesy, Tectonics, Volcanology and Related Hazards
Earth Resources.

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Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-10-01 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

Language

English

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Oxford, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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General requirements

A first-class or strong upper second-class undergraduate degree with honours in science or mathematics.
However, entrance is expected to be very competitive and it is anticipated that most successful applicants will have a first-class degree or the equivalent.
Most candidates have a master's degree or the equivalent.
For applicants with a degree from the USA, the minimum overall GPA that is normally required to meet the undergraduate-level requirement is 3.5 out of 4.0. However, it is anticipated that most successful applicants will have a GPA of 3.7.

Tuition Fees

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34700 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

10470 GBP / year

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Living costs

Oxford

United Kingdom

939 - 1530 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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