Palaeontology and Geology - MSci

University of Birmingham

Explore Earth's history through fossils and rocks, understanding ancient life from dinosaurs to microfossils. This course blends fieldwork and scientific study to equip you with skills for environmental challenges and careers in research, conservation, or resource management. As part of the MSci, you'll complete a research project, a field module with an international trip (usually to Crete), and choose two optional Earth Sciences modules to specialise further. 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. Earth Sciences uses a variety of methods to assess student performance, including exams, essays and dissertations. At the beginning of each module, you'll be given information on how and when you'll be assessed for that particular area of study.

School of Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences