Program Overview
The Marine Geology and Geophysics at University of Southampton is a Master programme in Natural Sciences over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of natural sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Marine Geology and Geophysics programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: GBP 20,550 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 9,000 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Southampton, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Marine Geology and Geophysics programme are prepared for diverse careers in natural sciences:
- Research Scientist
- Environmental Consultant
- Laboratory Manager
- Science Writer
- Policy Advisor
- Academic Researcher
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Contemporary Topics
- MRes research project
- Coastal sediment dynamics
- Applied and marine geophysics
- Introduction to physical oceanography
- Introduction to Chemical Oceanography
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- You must have a good (2:1) second class Honours degree, or equivalent, in Physical or Environmental Sciences, Mathematics or Engineering.
English Language
If your first language is not English, we need to ensure that your listening, written and spoken English skill would enable you to enjoy the full benefit of your studies. For entry onto our courses, you will need an acceptable English Language qualification such as IELTS 7.0 overall, with minimum of 6.5 in writing, 6.5 in reading, listening and speaking, or equivalent in other approved English language tests.The University of Southampton accepts the following English Language Tests:
- IELTS (International English Language Testing System)
- TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language)
- Pearson PTE (Academic)
- Cambridge English: Proficiency and Advanced
- Cambridge English First (FCE) \xc2\x96 only acceptable to applicants applying for foundation year programmes
- Trinity College London ISE (Integrated Skills in English)
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 20,550 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 9,000 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 20,550 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 9,000 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Southampton directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Southampton
University of Southampton
Moffat, United Kingdom
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University Profile- Start Date 2017-09-29
- Language English
- Duration 12 months