Earth and Planetary Science with an Integrated Foundation Year
University of ManchesterEarth and Planetary Science with an Integrated Foundation Year MEarthSci is an undergraduate degree at University of Manchester, based in Manchester, taught full-time over 5 years. Graduates earn £25,000 on average 15 months after finishing. Typical A-level entry is See entry requirements.
A-Level Entry
See entry requirements
Typical offer · UCAS
Avg. Graduate Salary
£25,000
15 months after graduation · HESA via Discover Uni
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.
Study Options
This course is available in 2 study options:
Duration: 5 Years
Qualification: MEarthSci
Location: Manchester
Avg. grad pay (5y): £25,000
Duration: 4 Years
Qualification: BSc
Location: Manchester
Avg. grad pay (5y): £25,000
Career Prospects
Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations. Click through for salaries, employment rates and other UK degrees that lead there:
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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
2025-entry data — 2026 offers may differ