About the course

Geology offers you the chance to find out how the Earth works and when you combine Physics with this subject you get a real sense of energy and matter and their interaction.

　　Aberdeen is the oil and gas capital of Europe making it the most relevant place in the UK to study Geology and Petroleum Geology.

　　Understanding Geology is fundamental to the exploration for hydrocarbon resources and this is why we offer a Petroleum Geology degree at Aberdeen. However, we also ensure you have a basic knowledge of the way the Earth works as this is vital to the understanding of the nature and origin of Earth Resources.

　　Fieldwork is an important element of our Geology degree, we make the best use of our location in Scotland – to many great areas for fieldwork.

　　Fieldwork locations include - Arran, Skye, NW Highlands and other areas throughout the UK. The MGeol programme includes a trip to Italy.

　　Aberdeen is geographically perfect for the study of Geology, having some world-class field sites at hand which can be conveniently visited on day courses. Many of the UK's top 100 Geological sites are within easy reach from Aberdeen and are visited by our students and staff alike.

　　Many past graduates continue to work in the city and links with industry are therefore very strong with employability being second to none.

　　You will have the chance to join the American Association of Petroleum Geologists Student Chapter. This is an active and very social Student Chapter which will give you the opportunity to expand your knowledge, skills and networks beyond the classroom.

　　To expand skills, knowledge and networks even further, many of our students join the Aberdeen Geology Society.

　　Our BSc degrees are fully accredited by the Geological Society for London.

　　Careers

　　Each year, over 91% of our Geology graduates are in employment or further study 6 months after graduating.

　　Our degree(s) in Geology open up career opportunities with the global oil and gas industry, as well as other key sectors. Our degrees are highly respected by the oil and gas industry and our graduates are in high demand.

　　Geology is also a subject that opens up tremendous opportunities for further study, either at MSc or PhD level. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 4 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Term 1 (September), 2024	Aberdeen
Term 1 (September), 2025	Aberdeen

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Aberdeen

SQA Highers Standard offer: AABB - BBB* Applicants who have achieved between AABB - BBB are encouraged to apply and will be considered. Good performance in additional Highers / Advanced Highers may be required in order to receive an offer of admission. Adjusted / Access Threshold: BB* (or below) Applicants who have achieved BB, and who meet one or more Widening Participation criteria, are encouraged to apply and will be considered. Good performance in additional Highers / Advanced Highers will be required in order to receive an offer of admission.. International Baccalaureate 32 points, including 5, 5, 5 at HL

　　Ielts Academic: Overall - 6.0 with: Listening - 5.5, Reading - 5.5, Speaking - 5.5, Writing - 6.0 , Toefl ibt Overall - 78 with: Listening - 17, Reading - 18, Speaking - 20, Writing - 21

　　

English language requirements

　　6.0

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 78.0

　　

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at University of Aberdeen. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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