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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

Geology with Physical Geography

Edge Hill University

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Entry requirements

Here's what you will need to get a place on the Geology with Physical Geography course at Edge Hill University.

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A level

B,B,C

Please note, the above represents an example of how you can achieve the required number of tariff points, however you can also achieve this with other combinations. A combination of A Level and BTEC awards may also be accepted.

Tuition fees

LocationFees
England£9,535 per year
Scotland£9,535 per year
Wales£9,535 per year
Northern Ireland£9,535 per year
Channel Islands£9,535 per year
Republic of Ireland£9,535 per year

Course summary

What this course is about

UCAS code: 8T16

Here's what Edge Hill University says about its Geology with Physical Geography course.

Our Geology with Physical Geography degree will introduce you to Earth sciences and geology. Join us on adventures across the UK and abroad to complete fieldwork and carry out science in our campus labs.

Over millions of years geological processes, structures and materials have shaped and influenced the planet we live on. This degree will guide and instruct those who are passionate about the Earth and its geology.

You’ll take part in national and international fieldwork to learn about hard and soft rock geology, before the focus shifts to applied geology during the last year of the degree. With a geological emphasis, you’ll also explore physical geography topics like landscape dynamics, climate and environmental change, and natural hazards. Fieldwork destinations across Europe will provide an essential practical dimension to your degree. Previous locations have included Edinburgh, Tenerife and the Scottish Highlands. You can also tailor your degree to your interests, with the opportunity to select subject-specific and complementary modules.

After three years of study, you’ll have honed many transferable skills useful for working in public and private sector organisations. You might consider roles in conservation, geological exploration, environmental management or environmental education. To help you plan for life after Edge Hill, our tailored careers and employability activities can help you identify and make your next move.

Course details

Qualification

Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

Department

Geography

Location

Ormskirk (Main Campus) | Ormskirk

Duration

3 Years

Study mode

Full-time

Subjects

• Geology

• Physical geography

Start date

September 2025

Application deadline

January 29, 2025

The modules you will study

Please visit our website for information on available modules.

How you will be assessed

A wide range of assessment strategies are used which are consistent with the practices and requirements that graduates will need in the workplace. Modules are assessed by coursework or a mixture of coursework and examination. Exams never count for more than 60% of the total mark for modules that include an examination. Coursework assignments include laboratory reports, practical portfolios, project reports, field notebooks and oral presentations.

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Campus is always clean and tidy, it feels quite safe. The SU club is enjoyable and fun to go on a night out. Ormskirk has a lot to offer in terms of fun and activities.

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Accommodation costs are ridiculous, the rooms are very small. I have contacted finance support and they were very rude to me because I had spent my entire student loan. The shop is way too expensive for groceries.

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The gym is really accessible, it is a good price. The library is very big so you can always get a spot, it is always clean and a nice environment.

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It is very interesting. The teachers take time to get to know you and teach you the course content. They give feedback on all essays and you can meet with them to discuss feedback and how to improve.

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Student information

See who's studying at Edge Hill University. These students are taking Geology with Physical Geography or another course from the same subject area.

Geography, earth and environmental studies
Mode of study
Full-time100%
Gender ratio
Female51%Male49%
Where students come from
International1%UK99%
Student performance
2:1 or above74%
First year dropout rate4%
Number of students135
Most popular A-levels studied
SubjectGrade
GeographyB
BiologyC
PsychologyC
GeologyB
MathematicsC
Source: HESA

Graduate prospects

What graduates do next

Facts and figures about Edge Hill University graduates who took Geology with Physical Geography - or another course in the same subject area.

Geography, earth and environmental studies

Graduate statistics

60%

In a job where degree was essential or beneficial

95%

In work, study or other activity

80%

Say it fits with future plans

65%

Are utilising studies

Top job areas

20%

Administrative occupations

15%

Teaching Professionals

10%

Business and public service associate professionals

10%

Conservation and environment professionals

Graduate statistics percentages are determined 15 months after a student graduates

Earnings after graduation

Earnings from Edge Hill University graduates who took Geology with Physical Geography - or another course in the same subject area.

Geography, earth and environmental studies

Earnings

£19.3k

First year after graduation

£23.7k

Third year after graduation

£25.6k

Fifth year after graduation

Shown here are the median earnings of graduates at one, three and five years after they completed a course related to Geology with Physical Geography.

Source: LEO

Note: this data only looks at employees (and not those who are self-employed or also studying) and covers a broad sample of graduates and the various paths they've taken, which might not always be a direct result of their degree

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