Overview

The Geological Sciences programme from the University of Plymouth offers you the flexibility to shape your research in an area of particular interest to you, alongside the opportunity to gain research skills from our taught modules both within the School of Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences and across the University.

You will be supported within an active interdisciplinary research environment, working on a project in collaboration with your supervisor leading to a formal postgraduate qualification.

Key Features:

A flexible programme of research that is ideal if you are interested in pursuing a specific shorter-term research project.

Focus on a geological sciences project within a vibrant interdisciplinary research community.

A bespoke training pathway tailored to your individual needs.

Modules may be chosen from a variety of existing taught masters programmes and can span disciplines as appropriate.

Personalised expert supervision (you'll be assigned a Director of Studies and an additional supervisor).

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

This programme incorporates taught elements (a minimum of 40 credits and a maximum of 120 credits) and an extended research phase.

You must take and pass at least two taught and assessed modules (40 credit) to equip you with the appropriate level of research skills. The specific modules will be agreed together with your supervisor.
These taught elements typically focus on research methods, contemporary issues and methodological skills, but may vary according your individuals needs and the subject area.
On passing these modules you will progress to your research project.

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-15 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-05-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-01 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.
Starting 2027-04-01 00:00:00

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Language

English

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90

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59

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

40 alternative credits

a minimum of 40 credits and a maximum of 120 credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Plymouth, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Geology View 32 other Masters in Geology in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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120

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90

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59

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6.5

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General requirements

You will need a good 2:1 or first class honours degree, or international equivalent, in an area of study appropriate to your project, and at least a 2:1 in the research project component of your degree.

An IELTS (Academic) score of 6.5 (5.5 in all four components) or equivalent is required if you are an international student –.English language requirements

Before applying you should approach a potential supervisor for your research project and agree a project title and module combination. Your offer letter will then reflect the specific combination of modules and project agreed.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

18750 GBP / year

≈ 18750 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

5005 GBP / year

≈ 5005 GBP / year

Additional Details

Part-time:

National: £3,305 per year

International: £9,375 per year

Living costs

Plymouth

United Kingdom

731 - 1387 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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