Earth and Environmental Science, MSci (Hons)

Geoscientists play a vital role in addressing global challenges like climate change, sustainable development, resource management, and natural hazards. This degree integrates geoscience training with environmental contexts, equipping students with knowledge of key challenges and solutions. It examines natural and human-made environments, exploring the factors, processes, and evolution of today's environment, as well as potential future changes.The program draws on expertise in areas such as volcanology, geophysics, hydrogeology, and glaciology. The first year covers foundational Earth and environmental sciences, including geology, atmosphere, weather, and climate. Specialisation begins in the second year, with options in topics like geological hazards or glacial systems, leading to a third-year dissertation that may involve fieldwork, lab research, or modelling. Students participate in field courses, such as those at Mount Etna or the Lake District, and gain transferable skills in communication, IT, data handling, and environmental analysis. A fourth year offers an extended research project and master's-level modules.