Bachelor in Geology BSc

Tuition is £29,160.

The Bachelor in Geology BSc at the University of Birmingham is a 3-year degree for students who want to study geology. This program helps students learn about the Earth's systems and materials. Students can gain skills in geological observation, data recording, and interpretation.

The curriculum includes subjects like Earth History and Life, Structural Geology, and Sedimentology. Students also participate in residential field trips to Northern Ireland and South West Wales, where they learn key skills in geological observation and data recording. In the final year, students complete a research project that focuses on addressing a scientific research question.

Graduates of this program can work as Geologists, Petrologists, or Geophysicists. They can also work in industries like environmental consulting, mining, or oil and gas. Some specific job titles include Geological Surveyor, Earth Science Researcher, and Environmental Consultant.

The University of Birmingham, chartered in 1900, is a large, research-intensive redbrick university located in Edgbaston. It offers a broad spectrum of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes and has a reputation for multidisciplinary research, substantial campus investment and strong academic staffing. With more than 34,000 students, including a sizeable international community, Birmingham combines historic strengths with modern facilities and a global outlook.

Research and teaching span the arts, sciences, engineering, medicine and social sciences, supported by major investments in campus infrastructure and academic appointments. The university promotes interdisciplinary collaboration through flagship fellowships and research initiatives, and many courses provide opportunities for placements, industry engagement and overseas study on its international campuses. Student support services include extensive academic development, career services and wellbeing provision tailored to an international cohort.

Life at Birmingham blends a vibrant campus with access to the city's cultural and professional resources, enabling students to pursue extracurricular activities, volunteering and professional networking. The institution’s global partnerships and growing research profile open doors for international collaborations and career pathways. Prospective international applicants should carefully check entry requirements, funding and application deadlines and contact the university’s international office for guidance on visas, scholarships and arrival planning.