BSc Geoscience
About this course
BSc in Geoscience, an undergraduate degree focusing on Earth systems, environmental processes, and geological history. Core topics include Research Methods, Fieldwork, Project Management, Communication & Writing, and Critical & Analytical Thinking. Students have the option to undertake a year abroad as part of their studies. The first year covers foundational modules such as The Nature of The Environment Through Geological Time, Earth's Materials, and Archaeology in Action. The second year introduces practical topics through Physical Environments, Mapping and Monitoring the Environment, and An Introduction to Field Geology. Year three offers options spanning Remote Sensing and Geographical Information Systems, Field and Mapping Techniques 1, and Professional Archaeology i: Field Methods. The final year centers on advanced research and data handling through Geoscience Project A, Geoscience Project B, and Laboratory Data Acquisition and Analysis.
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Entry requirements
A level: BBC. Two Mathematics/Science subjects required. IB: 32 points including 5, 5, 5 at HL with two Mathematics/Science subjects required. SL or HL in English and Mathematics are also required. SQA Highers: BBBB. BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma: DMM. Main subjects to be Science or Mathematics. (Note: BTEC Level 3 Extended Certificate (Subsidiary Diploma) achieved at Distinction level, is normally acceptable in lieu of one A Level at grade B). GCSE at Grade C/4 or above is also required in English or English Language, Mathematics and either Chemistry, Physics or Dual Award Science. Irish Leaving Certificate: Five subjects at Higher at H3. Two Mathematics/Science subjects required. O4 in English and Mathematics is also required.
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What students say
Based on about 6 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 95%
- Learning opportunities: 92%
- Assessment and feedback: 93%
- Academic support: 95%
- Organisation and management: 76%
- Learning resources: 89%
- Student voice: 92%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 10 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 100%
What graduates do next
Based on about 14 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 40%
- Working and studying: 10%
- Further study: 25%
Most common jobs
- Natural and social science professionals: 30%
- Animal care and control services: 10%
- Leisure, travel and related personal service occupations: 10%
- Information Technology Professionals: 10%
- Elementary occupations: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 75%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 80%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 60%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 215 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 3%
- North West: 3%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 2%
- East Midlands: 1%
- East of England: 3%
- London: 6%
- South East: 4%
- South West: 2%
- Wales: 1%
- Scotland: 72%
- Northern Ireland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 20 students who started, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 95%
- Other HE qualification: 5%
Modules
- Getting Started at the University of Aberdeen
- The Nature of The Environment Through Geological Time
- The UN Sustainable Development Goals: Transforming Our World
- Earth's Materials
- Archaeology in Action
- Physical Environments
- Skills and Techniques in Geosciences
- Mapping and Monitoring the Environment
- An Introduction to Field Geology
- Earth’s Life, Environments and Climate Through Time
- Test Tubes and Trowels: an Introduction to Archaeological Science
- Techniques in Physical Geography
- Remote Sensing and Geographical Information Systems
- Field and Mapping Techniques 1
- Professional Archaeology i: Field Methods
- Professional Archaeology II: Post - Excavation Analysis and Employment
- Research Design
- Geoscience Project A
- Geoscience Project B
- Laboratory Data Acquisition and Analysis
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Geoscience at University of Aberdeen earn?
The median salary is £27,500 after 15 months, £25,500 after 3 years, £32,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £27,500 and £37,000. The £32,000 median after five years is the same as the UK median for Earth sciences.
What do graduates of BSc Geoscience at University of Aberdeen do next?
75% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Geoscience at University of Aberdeen?
95% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Geoscience at University of Aberdeen?
The typical offer is BBC at A level, or 32 points in the IB. The average entrant had 173 UCAS points.
Does BSc Geoscience at University of Aberdeen include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on BSc Geoscience at University of Aberdeen?
100% of students continued into their second year, and 0% left higher education.