BSc Geology with Integrated Foundation Year
Royal Holloway, University of London
About this course
BSc in Earth and Environmental Sciences, combining geology with chemistry, physics, maths, and geography. Core topics include Statistics, Fieldwork, and Communication & Writing. The programme includes an Integrated Foundation Year providing foundational training in biological and earth sciences. Students complete a four-week independent field mapping exercise in the second year, mapping a 15–25 sq km area, and submit a geological map and written report in the third year.
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Entry requirements
A level: CCD (Required subjects: We require English Language and Mathematics GCSE at grade 4 (C) This course is suitable for non-standard entrants, including mature returners to study, those without Science qualifications or with Science qualifications below the standard required for entry to a degree. T-levels We accept T-levels for admission to our undergraduate courses, with the following grades regarded as equivalent to our standard A-level requirements: AAA* – Distinction (A* on the core and distinction in the occupational specialism) AAA – Distinction BBB – Merit CCC – Pass (C or above on the core) DDD – Pass (D or E on the core) Where a course specifies subject-specific requirements at A-level, T-level applicants are likely to be asked to offer this A-level alongside their T-level studies.) IB: 24 points overall.
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What students say
Based on about 17 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 92%
- Learning opportunities: 91%
- Assessment and feedback: 94%
- Academic support: 98%
- Organisation and management: 88%
- Learning resources: 94%
- Student voice: 92%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 25 students who started, across similar courses at this university (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: 55%
- Further study: 20%
- Unemployed: 15%
Most common jobs
- Sales occupations: 15%
- Natural and social science professionals: 15%
- Engineering professionals: 10%
- Administrative occupations: 5%
- Skilled trades occupations: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 75%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 60%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 40%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 65 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 5%
- North West: 3%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 2%
- East Midlands: 5%
- West Midlands: 8%
- East of England: 12%
- London: 19%
- South East: 32%
- South West: 11%
- Wales: 3%
Who gets in
Based on about 25 students who started, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 95%
- Baccalaureate: 5%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Global and Planetary Health
- Foundation Life Sciences and The Environment
- Foundation Mathematics for Life Scientists
- Environmental Science for Foundation Life Sciences
- Life Sciences II: Organ Systems
- Foundation Statistics for Life Sciences
- Evolving Earth
- Dynamic Planet
- Human Interaction with the Earth
- Physics and Chemistry of the Earth
- Earth Scientists Toolkit
- Stratigraphy and Past Sedimentary Environments
- Geological Evolution and Deep Time Synthesis
- Igneous and Metamorphic Geology
- Geochemistry
- Earth Scientists Mapping Toolkit
- Techniques in Earth Sciences
- Independent Geological Field Mapping
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Geology with Integrated Foundation Year at Royal Holloway, University of London earn?
The median salary is £28,000 after 15 months, £25,000 after 3 years, £31,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £26,500 and £42,500. The £31,500 median after five years is £500 less than the UK median for Earth sciences.
What do graduates of BSc Geology with Integrated Foundation Year at Royal Holloway, University of London do next?
80% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Geology with Integrated Foundation Year at Royal Holloway, University of London?
92% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Geology with Integrated Foundation Year at Royal Holloway, University of London?
The typical offer is CCD at A level, or 24 points in the IB. The average entrant had 116 UCAS points.
Does BSc Geology with Integrated Foundation Year at Royal Holloway, University of London include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year and an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on BSc Geology with Integrated Foundation Year at Royal Holloway, University of London?
100% of students continued into their second year, and 0% left higher education.