BSc Geology (Volcanology)
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Geology (Volcanology), a geology degree examining volcanic processes and Earth structures through specialist field techniques and research methods. Core topics include Programming, Data Analysis, Research Methods, Fieldwork, Environmental Analysis, Communication & Writing, Critical & Analytical Thinking, and Ethics & Professional Practice. The course offers an optional placement year and an optional year abroad. The first year introduces essential scientific methods through modules such as Academic, Professional and Field Skills, alongside optional study in Roots and Future: exploring sustainable places. Year two builds structural and practical techniques through Geological Field Skills and offers an optional Flexible Work Placement. The final year centres on an Independent Research Dissertation, complemented by optional studies in subjects such as Extinction!.
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Entry requirements
A level: BBC in three A Levels. IB: 554 in three Higher Levels or 29 points.
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What students say
Based on about 9 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 93%
- Learning opportunities: 91%
- Assessment and feedback: 87%
- Academic support: 100%
- Organisation and management: 91%
- Learning resources: 68%
- Student voice: 76%
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 8 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 65%
- Working and studying: 5%
- Further study: 20%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Protective service occupations: 15%
- Sales occupations: 15%
- Conservation and environment professionals: 10%
- Elementary occupations: 10%
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 65%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 40%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 30%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 175 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 2%
- North West: 15%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 5%
- East Midlands: 8%
- West Midlands: 25%
- East of England: 8%
- London: 13%
- South East: 13%
- South West: 8%
- Wales: 2%
- Scotland: 1%
- Northern Ireland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 35 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- A levels: 95%
- Access course: 5%
- Other HE qualification: 5%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited by the Geological Society for the purpose of partially meeting the experience requirement for Chartered Geologist.
TEF 2023 (whole university): Gold overall, Gold for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Academic, Professional and Field Skills
- Roots and Future: exploring sustainable places
- Geological Field Skills
- Flexible Work Placement (Level 5)
- Independent Research Dissertation
- Extinction!
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Geology (Volcanology) at Keele University earn?
The median salary is £25,500 after 15 months, £24,000 after 3 years, £29,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £25,500 and £36,000. The £29,000 median after five years is £3,000 less than the UK median for Earth sciences.
What do graduates of BSc Geology (Volcanology) at Keele University do next?
85% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Geology (Volcanology) at Keele University?
93% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Geology (Volcanology) at Keele University?
The typical offer is BBC at A level, or 29 points in the IB. The average entrant had 93 UCAS points.
Is BSc Geology (Volcanology) at Keele University accredited?
Yes. Accredited by the Geological Society for the purpose of partially meeting the experience requirement for Chartered Geologist.
How many students continue on BSc Geology (Volcanology) at Keele University?
100% of students continued into their second year, and 0% left higher education.