Overview

An Earth and Planetary Sciences degree in the Earth and Planetary Sciences (Hons) programme offered at The University of Manchester is focused on a holistic understanding of Earth systems in order to learn from the past, understand the present and influence the future. As Earth Science is at the cross-roads of the natural sciences, it provides an enriching alternative to a single-subject honours degree, and can open the door to an exciting range of career options.

During your time with them you will be a part of a dynamic community trying to answer some of the most pressing global issues that we all face. Your work could make a contribution to solving some of the world's greatest challenges.

Career opportunities

Your ability to handle large three dimensional data sets, analyse and solve problems and work closely with others as part of a team will provide you with opportunities to work in a range of fields. Typical professions the graduates go on to include:

Energy;
Public policy;
Environmental consultancy and earth resources;
Teaching.

And the graduates have secured roles with prestigious employers including:

Atkins;
KPMG;
RSK;
the Met Office;
United Utilities
the Environment Agency.

Programme Structure

Course included:

Understanding the Earth

The Natural Scientist's Toolkit

Practical and Professional Skills Development

Geology

Planetary Science

Geochemistry

Energy and Resources

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-29 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-14 00:00:00

More details

After this date, students can still apply if courses have vacancies, up to 30 June.

Language

English

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90

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

480 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Manchester, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Earth Sciences Astronomy & Space Sciences View 135 other Bachelors in Astronomy & Space Sciences in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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90

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6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Typical A-level offer: AAB including specific subjects

Typical contextual A-level offer: ABB including specific subjects

Refugee/care-experienced offer: BBB/ABC including specific subjects

Typical International Baccalaureate offer: 35 points overall with 6,6,5 at HL including specific requirements

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

36800 GBP / year

≈ 36800 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

9535 GBP / year

≈ 9535 GBP / year

Living costs

Manchester

United Kingdom

645 - 1197 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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