Palaeontology and Geology Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Palaeontology and Geology Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Explore Earth’s history through fossils and rocks, combining fieldwork with scientific study to understand past climates, life, and natural processes. Equipping you with the skills to tackle environmental challenges and pursue careers in areas such as research, conservation, or resource management.
Why Study Palaeontology and Geology at Birmingham?
Learn from top paleobiologic experts - Our staff are experts in there field currently conducting cutting-edge research in diverse ecosystems.
Embark on thrilling fieldwo...
Explore Earth’s history through fossils and rocks, combining fieldwork with scientific study to understand past climates, life, and natural processes. Equipping you with the skills to tackle environmental challenges and pursue careers in areas such as research, conservation, or resource management.
Why Study Palaeontology and Geology at Birmingham?
Learn from top paleobiologic experts - Our staff are experts in there field currently conducting cutting-edge research in diverse ecosystems.
Embark on thrilling fieldwork adventures - What better way to text your skills and learn new ones than hands on experience. Have the chance to travel to International locations Including Spain, Scotland, and the USA await, with all travel and accommodation costs fully covered.
Accredited - Geological Society of London ensure top-tier professional training.
Explore the Lapworth Museum of Geology Our unique facilities include the Lapworth Museum of Geology. Which has more than 250,000 specimens some over 500 million years old. As one of the oldest specialist designated and accredited geological museums in the UK, this is an invaluable study resource at your disposal.
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
2027-09-28
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
13 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
A04-J43
Institution Code
B32
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
A level
ABB Including 1 Required Science: Biology/ Chemistry/Computing/Electronics/Environmental Studies/Further Maths/Geography/Geology/Human Biology/ Maths/ Physics/ Psychology/Statistics/ PE Specified subjects excluded for entry: General Studies and Critical Thinking.
UCAS Tariff
Not accepted
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
6,5,5 in Higher Level subjects plus 32 points overall. Including HL in 1 Required Science
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
We welcome students studying BTEC qualifications as an alternative to A levels, and accept BTEC Extended Diploma, Diploma and Extended Certificate. Please contact us for further guidance.
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)
Accepted in place of a non-required A level with the equivalent grade.
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
Accepted in place of A levels with the following grade equivalencies: D2 = A*; D3 = A; M2 = B. Combinations of A levels and Principle subjects are accepted. NB required subjects must be offered (see A level Section)
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| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| England, Scotland, Northern Ireland, Wales, Republic of Ireland, Channel Islands | £10,050 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
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