About the course

Develop an understanding of the evolution of life on this planet through the study of geology and biology.

　　Learn from experts, with interests ranging from dinosaurs to plants to the origin of life, and become fully immersed in hands-on palaeontology from the start.

　　One third of the first year is dedicated to biology and two thirds to earth science. After the first year you will take core units from both disciplines.

　　In the third year you will carry out a research project and take a range of specialist palaeontology units. Examples of current units include: Marine Micropalaeontology, where you will learn to use microfossils to reconstruct past climates and understand their impact on ecosystems, Macroevolution, where you will learn cutting-edge techniques for analysing the large-scale patterns in the evolution of life, and Vertebrate Palaeobiology and Biomechanics, where you will study the evolution of the vertebrates from fish-like creatures to humans. You will also select from a range of optional units to pursue your own interests.

　　The course involves fieldwork, including dedicated palaeontology field courses, the cost of which is included in your tuition fee.

　　Our emphasis on quantitative research allows you to develop valuable mathematical and statistical skills. There are opportunities for volunteer work and internships in our state-of-the-art palaeobiology laboratories. 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: 3 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
September, 2024	Bristol
September, 2025	Bristol
September, 2026	Bristol

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Bristol

A-level Standard offer - AAB including a core science/mathematics subject and another science-related subject, or ABB in three core science/mathematics subjects

　　International Baccalaureate Diploma Standard offer - 34 points overall with 17 at Higher Level, including 6, 5 (in any order) at Higher Level in a core science/mathematics subject and another science-related subject, or 32 points overall with 16 at Higher Level, including 6, 5, 5 in three core science/mathematics subjects

　　IELTS:6.5 with 6.5 in all skills

　　TOEFL iBT:88 overall with R22, L21, S23, W22

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 88.0

　　

Application deadline:

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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 Bristol. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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