Earth and Planetary Science with an Integrated Foundation Year

University of Manchester
Undergraduate MEarthSci Full-time 5 Years Environmental and earth sciences

A-Level Entry

See entry requirements

Avg. Graduate Salary

£25,000

About this course

Earth and Planetary Sciences with an Integrated Foundation Year is a one year programme designed to improve your mathematical and scientific understanding and skills to a level where you will be able to start a degree in the Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences in one of the following subject areas:

  • Earth and Planetary Sciences, BSc

  • Earth and Planetary Sciences, MEarthSci

  • Earth and Planetary Sciences with Industrial Experience, MEarthSci

  • Earth and Planetary Sciences with International Study, MEarthSci

    On the Foundation Year you will study mathematics, physics and chemistry. In addition, you will take modules in Academic Skills and ICT (Information and Communications Technology). You will also complete a group project, related to your intended degree programme and supervised by an academic from your future Department.

  • Entry Requirements

    A-Level Grades See entry requirements

    Study Options

    This course is available in 2 study options:

    Full-time Shown above

    Duration: 5 Years

    Qualification: MEarthSci

    Location: Manchester

    Avg. Salary: £25,000

    Full-time Shown above

    Duration: 4 Years

    Qualification: BSc

    Location: Manchester

    Avg. Salary: £25,000

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    1123 Production managers and directors in mining and energy
    2111 Chemical scientists
    2114 Physical scientists
    3119 Science, engineering and production technicians
    2121 Civil engineers
    2152 Environment professionals

    Course Details

    Qualification
    Master of Earth Sciences - MEarthSci
    Study Mode
    Full-time
    Duration
    5 Years
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Manchester
    Scheme
    Undergraduate
    Subjects
    Environmental and earth sciences
    Avg. Graduate Salary
    £25,000