The BSc degree in geology at Southampton

If you are on the lookout for a highly respected degree in geology from a top UK university, then have a look at the BSc degree in geology offered by our team of experts at Ocean and Earth Science at the University of Southampton.

This degree in geology is specifically designed to give you comprehensive training in all aspects of geology - providing an understanding of the nature, dynamics and evolution of the physical, chemical and biological processes operating on the Earth over the past four billion years.

The flexible modular system on this BSc degree in geology provides you with extensive coverage of all the fundamental aspects of cutting edge geology.

What is more, in the later stages you can tailor your degree in geology to your own requirements by choosing specialist modules in particular areas.

These can range from the applied aspects of mineral, petroleum and environmental geology, to the frontier areas of marine geophysics, sediment dynamics, micropalaeontology, active tectonics, seafloor exploration and palaeoclimate change.

At Ocean and Earth Science we are strongly committed to providing the very best learning experience to all our students in a friendly and stimulating environment. We are known both nationally and internationally for our excellence in teaching, and are continually improving the scope and delivery of our activities.

On arrival at the University all students on this degree in geology are assigned a personal tutor from the academic staff, who provides help and encouragement throughout the degree course and beyond into industrial or academic careers and research opportunities.

Furthermore, once you graduate with your degree in geology you can expect to find work in areas including the petroleum and minerals resources industry, and environmental surveying and consultancy. There are also opportunities in research and teaching.