MSc in Soil Science

at University of Aberdeen

Modules
 

• Core Skills for Environmental Sciences
• Global Soil Geography
• Soils for Food Security
• Getting Started at the University of Aberdeen
• Ecosystems Processes

Qualifications
 

MRes
 

A UK 2:1 honours degree (or international equivalent), in a biological, environmental or physical science, geography, or other relevant subject is required.
 

MSc
 

Minimum entry requirement for this programme is a degree in a biological, environmental or physical science, geography, or other relevant discipline at 2:1 (upper second class) UK Honours level, or an Honours degree from a non-UK institution which is judged by the University to be of equivalent worth. Candidates with at least a 2:1 or equivalent in other disciplines may be considered if they can demonstrate relevant experience and motivation.
 

English Language Requirements
 

To study for a Postgraduate Taught degree at the University of Aberdeen it is essential that you can speak, understand, read, and write English fluently. The minimum requirements for this degree are as follows:
 

IELTS Academic:
 

OVERALL - 6.5 with: Listening - 5.5; Reading - 5.5; Speaking - 5.5; Writing - 6.0
 

TOEFL iBT:
 

OVERALL - 90 with: Listening - 17; Reading - 18; Speaking - 20; Writing - 21
 

PTE Academic:
 

OVERALL - 62 with: Listening - 59; Reading - 59; Speaking - 59; Writing - 59
 

Cambridge English B2 First, C1 Advanced, C2 Proficiency:
 

OVERALL - 176 with: Listening - 162; Reading - 162; Speaking - 162; Writing - 169

The fees for MSc in Soil Science may vary from £21,000 to £31,000 annually for tuition fees. The fee's prices may get higher for International Students.

• Environmental Consultant
• Land Remediation Specialist
• Soil Surveyor