Environmental Geoscience

University of Exeter

Undergraduate BSc (Hons) Full-time 3 Years Environmental and earth sciences

Environmental Geoscience BSc (Hons) is an undergraduate degree at University of Exeter, based in Cornwall, taught full-time over 3 years. 88% of final-year students rated the course positively in the National Student Survey, and graduates earn £27,000 on average 15 months after finishing. Typical A-level entry is ABB.

A-Level Entry

ABB

Typical offer · UCAS

Student Satisfaction

88.18%

NSS · Office for Students

Avg. Graduate Salary

£27,000

15 months after graduation · HESA via Discover Uni

About this course

- Designed to equip you with an advanced understanding of the geology, chemistry and physics of the Earth and to tackle global environmental challenges

- Gain technical experience through more than 60 days of fieldwork, as well as laboratory classes, optional industry placement and independent research opportunities

- Study in Cornwall at Exeter’s Penryn Campus and gain access to incredible and unique local geoscience on your doorstep

- Taught at Exeter’s Penryn campus by the Camborne School of Mines, a combined geoscience and mining department with an international reputation for research-inspired teaching

- Excellent industrial links ensure that the skills gained will be highly valued by employers. Recent partners include: Rio Tinto, British Geological Survey, European Space Agency and CL:AIRE.

To learn more about modules, assessment methods, facilities and our staff research expertise please visit our course page.

Entry Requirements

A-Level Grades ABB
Scottish Higher AABBB
Scottish Advanced Higher BBB
BTEC DDM

Career Prospects

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Course Details

Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
2025

2025-entry data — 2026 offers may differ

Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Cornwall
Scheme
Undergraduate
Subjects
Environmental and earth sciences
Avg. Graduate Salary
£27,000