About Geoscience, Bsc in University of Aberdeen

Through lectures, coursework, field study and access to geographical information systems, this programme covers the fundamentals of geoscience, from the origin and formation of the Earth to the causes of climate change, to equip the next generation of experts with a deep appreciation of the science behind the way the Earth works.

You will acquire a deep understanding of the formation of the Earth along with an understanding of the major issues associated with environmental change, resources and prospects for development (sustainable or otherwise). In addition, students also acquire practical field skills in the main geosciences techniques including mapping, field geology, remote sensing and GIS, to apply to your research and future career.

This programme emphasises the multidisciplinary nature of earth sciences, offering you the opportunity to specialise in the areas that interest you the most, through your choice of optional courses and your final year research project.

How You'll Study

Learning Methods

• FIELD TRIPS
• FIELD WORK
• GROUP PROJECTS
• INDIVIDUAL PROJECTS
• LECTURES
• SEMINARS
• TUTORIALS
• WORKSHOPS

Why Study Geoscience?

• You will be well equipped to pursue careers across the breadth of Geoscience and Geography disciplines.
• Fieldwork is an important element of this degree, we make the best use of our location in Scotland – close to many great areas for fieldwork.
• Fieldwork locations include - Arran, Skye, NW Highlands and other areas throughout the UK.
• Aberdeen is geographically perfect for the study of Geoscience, having some world-class field sites close at hand which can be conveniently visited on day courses. Many of the UK's top 100 Geological sites are within easy reach from Aberdeen and are visited by our students and staff alike.
• Many past graduates continue to work in the city. Links with industry are, therefore, very strong with high levels of employability from our graduates.

Careers

The study of geoscience provides access to a wide variety of careers, including:

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

• Cartographer
• Environmental Consultant
• Geographical Information Systems (GIS) Analyst
• Geologist
• Geophysicist
• Planning Analyst
• Seismologist
• Surveyor

Academic qualification equivalents

• At Standard XII a minimum percentage of 75% overall. Additionally, a minimum percentage of 80% in English at Standard XII or our normal English language requirements.

English language requirements (one of the below):

• IELTS    : Overall - 6.0,   with: Listening - 5.5; Reading - 5.5; Speaking - 5.5; Writing - 6.0
• TOEFL  : Overall - 78,     with: Listening - 17; Reading - 18; Speaking - 20; Writing - 21
• PTE       : Overall - 54,    with: Listening - 51; Reading - 51; Speaking - 51; Writing - 54

University of Aberdeen Highlights

University of Aberdeen Tuition Fees And Other Expenses

Aberdeen manages to provide a fixed fee structure throughout the program for international students so that they can project the amount in advance.

• The undergraduate arts fee starts from £17,200 and for sciences, it’s around £19,700.
• The postgraduate fee is variable and depends upon the degree chosen and discount of around 20% can be availed by Alumni of college
• For Undergraduate arts degree annual fee is of £ 17,200 which adds up for £68,800 and for engineering it is £19,700 and a total of £78,800.
• As per the calculation done by college the minimum cost of living in the U.K which covers all the basic expenses is around £1,000.

Aberdeen University Cost of Attendance

Aberdeen manages to provide a fixed fee structure throughout the program for international students so that they can project the amount in advance. Details for 2021-2022 academic session are tabulated below: