BSc (Hons) Geology with Foundation Year with Placement Year

Course Overview This four-year integrated foundation degree provides a pathway into our Earth Science degrees for those without the standard entry qualifications. You will gain a foundational understanding of the physical, chemical, and biological processes that shape our planet, preparing you to tackle critical sustainability challenges. The programme is designed and delivered by a university recognised as a global leader in sustainability research and teaching. Key Program Highlights Progress onto a range of BSc (Hons) degrees in Environmental Geoscience, Geology, and related fields upon successful completion of the foundation year. Learn to apply the latest field and laboratory techniques through a substantial fieldwork programme in locations such as Death Valley (USA), Spain, and Sicily. Taught by research-active staff in a school where sustainability is at the heart of our teaching, focusing on clean energy, climate change, and natural hazards. Study in a region of outstanding geological importance, close to the sea, Dartmoor, and two UNESCO World Heritage sites. Our courses are accredited by the Geological Society, putting you on a pathway to becoming a Chartered Geologist.