Earth Sciences (Hons) University of Derby

Overview

The Earth Sciences are critical to the sustainable future of our planet and society, allowing us to develop deep understandings of natural hazards, climate change, Earth processes, green energy, sustainable development, natural resources, and more. 

By nature, the exciting This Earth Sciences (Hons) course at University of Derby is diverse, encompassing interdisciplinary knowledge from geology, geography, climatology, hydrology, chemistry, physics, alongside the natural, environmental, planetary, and social sciences. 

As an applied subject, you will gain practical knowledge and skills, leading you directly into a rapidly growing UK and international Earth Science job sector.

Careers

Alongside an impressive core knowledge and skillset in Earth Sciences, you’ll develop a range of transferable skills, including verbal and written communication, critical analysis, independent thought and problem solving. Your new, solution focused expertise will strongly position you to pursue a wide range of careers upon graduating. 

Careers in the Earth Sciences cover a wide range of industry sectors including: 

• Volcanology 

• Hydrogeology

• Geophysics 

• Science policy 

• Responsible mining

• Palaeontology 

• Climatology

• Offshore wind

• Carbon sequestration

• Erosion management 

• Critical mineral exploration and extraction