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Universities United Kingdom University of Birmingham Courses MSci Palaeontology and Geology

MSci Palaeontology and Geology
at University of Birmingham

Birmingham, United Kingdom

Tuition Fee £ 28,130
Country Rank-
Duration48 Months
Score IELTS: 6 TOEFL: 80

Program Overview

Get ready to tackle the technological challenges of the future with our BEng Mechatronic and Robotic Engineering with Industrial Year. Become a skilled electrical engineer with real workplace experience and prepare for an exciting career.

Course Content
- All first-year modules are compulsory, covering a broad range of Earth Sciences with contributions from the Biology group, providing a solid foundation for your studies.
- From the second year onwards, the focus shifts more towards palaeontology, with an increasing number of elective modules that allow you to tailor your studies to your interests.
- In the third and fourth years, you will complete independent Earth Science research projects based on primary data collected from the field, laboratory, or museum, enhancing your practical, analytical, and communication skills.
- Gain hands-on experience through fieldwork training in palaeobiological and geological techniques, conducted both in the UK and internationally.
Modules

Compulsory modules
- Earth History and Life
- Introduction to Evolution and Animal Biology
- Earth Systems
- Atoms to Volcanoes
- Earth Structures & Tectonics
- Geoscience Project
- Introductory Field and Research Skills
- SW Wales Field Course
Important Dates

The programme begins in September 2024. Prospective students are advised to frequently check the university's website for the latest updates on applications. Alternatively, applications can be submitted through UCAS.
Entry Requirement
Holders of a Bachelors degree of three or four years in duration from a recognised university in India will be considered for postgraduate taught study. Holders of Bachelors degree will normally be expected to have achieved 55% - 60% or higher for 2:1 equivalency, or 50% - 55% for 2:2 equivalency depending on the awarding institution.
Either: A four-year Bachelors degree (first class or very good upper second class).
Or: A three-year Bachelors degree (first class) from recognised institutions in India.
For MSc programmes, the Business School will consider holders of three-year degree programmes (first class or very good upper second class) from recognised institutions in India.
For entry to LLM programmes, Birmingham is happy to accept applications from 3 or 5 year LLB holders from India from prestigious institutions.

Fees & Scholarships

International Tuition Fees:

£28130 per year

Career Prospect

Graduates of the MSci Palaeontology and Geology programme are well-positioned for diverse career paths in the fields of palaeontology, geology, and related disciplines. The programme equips graduates with the necessary expertise to thrive in academia, research institutions, museums, governmental organisations, and private sectors, contributing to advancements in Earth Sciences and related fields.

Job Prospects	Environmental Consultant Geological Surveyor Paleontological Technician Petrologist Science Educator Exploration Geologist
Careers In	Biostratigraphy Research Environmental Consulting Petrology

Cost Of Studying At University of Birmingham

Interest rates as low as 8.9% ^*

250K+

Students Assisted

800Cr+

Loan Amount Disbursed

5000+

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MSci Palaeontology and Geology at University of Birmingham