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Master of Science (with Honours) - Msci (Hon)
Environmental Geoscience with a Year of International Study
Royal Holloway, University of London
Entry requirements
Here's what you will need to get a place on the Environmental Geoscience with a Year of International Study course at Royal Holloway, University of London.
Select a qualification to see required grades
A level
A,B,B
including a Science subject Where an applicant is taking the EPQ alongside A-levels, the EPQ will be taken into consideration and result in lower A-level grades being required. Socio-economics factors which may have impacted an applicant's education will be taken into consideration and alternative offers may be made to these applicants. Acceptable Science subjects: Mathematics, Physics, Geology, Chemistry, Geography, Biology.
Most popular A-levels studied
The Environmental Geoscience with a Year of International Study course at Royal Holloway, University of London features content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below to find out about the students taking courses in each of those subject areas at this uni.
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| Geography | B |
| Mathematics | B |
| Chinese | B |
| Computer Science | C |
| French | C |
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| Geography | B |
| Geology | B |
| Mathematics | B |
| Physics | C |
| Chemistry | B |
Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: FP42
Here's what Royal Holloway, University of London says about its Environmental Geoscience with a Year of International Study course.
Our Earth’s resources are limited, and factors including population expansion, global industrialisation and agriculture have stretched their ability to provide for our needs. Environmental geoscientists study the environmental and geological factors that have a direct impact on human existence, meaning that they’re the people we call on to solve these profound and far-reaching issues.
Study Environmental Geoscience with an International Year at Royal Holloway, University of London and you’ll equip yourself with the skills and knowledge you need to progress to further postgraduate education or a rewarding scientific or technical career. Your final year will be spent studying abroad in a partner university in Canada, the United States, Australia or New Zealand, giving you the chance to experience a new culture, develop key skills and study unique geological and environmental conditions in situ.
You’ll study in a prestigious department consistently ranked among the UK’s top 10 (The Complete University Guide and The Times Good University Guide 2018), and graduate with a Masters degree in a field offering many exciting graduate career opportunities. Our extensive range of state-of-the-art facilities gives you access to world-leading laboratories for geochemical analysis, sedimentology and palaeontology, giving you the chance to contribute to our leading research culture.
Environmental Geoscience with an International Year offers the perfect blend of academic study and real-world experience, with exciting field working opportunities in the UK and Europe. Study this flexible programme and you'll take a diverse skillset and a range of experiences into the workplace or further postgraduate study.
Develop a deep understanding of humanity’s relationship with the planet.
Participate in exciting fieldwork opportunities.
Choose from a range of optional modules to tailor your learning to fit your interests.
Recommended for those who wish to undertake a broader and deeper study of the subject.
Prepares you for careers in environmental engineering, geographic analysis and other sectors.
Source: Royal Holloway, University of London
Course details
Qualification
Master of Science (with Honours) - Msci (Hon)
Department
Earth Sciences
Location
Main Site | Egham
Duration
5 Years
Study mode
Sandwich
Subjects
• Environmental geoscience
• Geology
Start date
21 September 2026
Application deadline
14 January 2026
Tuition fees
| Location | Fees |
|---|---|
| England | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| Scotland | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| Wales | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| Northern Ireland | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| Channel Islands | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| Republic of Ireland | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| EU | £29,900 per year |
| International | £29,900 per year |
The modules you will study
Please refer to our website for information: https://www.royalholloway.ac.uk/studying-here/undergraduate/earth-sciences/environmental-geoscience-with-a-year-of-international-study/
How you will be assessed
Your course will be assessed by a combination of examinations and in-course assignments in the form of essays or presentations.
Royal Holloway, University of London student reviews
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2nd year student
1 year ago
Things a little expensive but there's always something on. Summer Ball ticketing is a bit of a joke. They offer a certain number of cheaper tickets early but you have to be lightning fast to secure the.ticket at th e cheaper price. Plenty of variety and bars eating and shops
2nd year student
1 year ago
There's always something on , Egham a bit run down but campus socialising is great. There's everything you need on campus ,although exploring further afield like Windsor and London is reasonable on the train.
2nd year student
1 year ago
This is my main negative with this university. I was in really nice halls Kingswood 1st year. Affordable nice location. 2nd year halls were not an option so had to find private. Expensive. The student finance maintenance loan.does not cover then full cost. Work opportunities are few at the univers...
2nd year student
1 year ago
Support has been OK.
2nd year student
1 year ago
Lack of affordable accommodation for continuing students. Student union on campus great safe little expensive.Other facilities library etc good.
2nd year student
1 year ago
As stated course content challenging and found that workload high but was able.to keep on top of assignments. Tutors helpful and approachable.
National Student Survey (NSS) scores at Royal Holloway, University of London
The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.
Here you can see ratings from Royal Holloway, University of London students who took the Environmental Geoscience with a Year of International Study course - or another course in the same subject area.
Select an option to see a detailed breakdown
Teaching on my course
92%
med
Teaching on my course
92%
med
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
100%
high
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
89%
low
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
78%
low
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
100%
high
Learning opportunities
94%
high
Learning opportunities
94%
high
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
100%
high
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
94%
high
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
94%
high
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
94%
high
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
89%
med
Assessment and feedback
87%
high
Assessment and feedback
87%
high
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
89%
high
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
89%
med
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
89%
high
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
89%
high
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
78%
med
Academic support
92%
med
Academic support
92%
med
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
94%
med
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
89%
low
Organisation and management
69%
low
Organisation and management
69%
low
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
67%
low
How well organised is your course?
72%
med
Learning resources
83%
low
Learning resources
83%
low
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
72%
low
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
94%
med
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
82%
low
Student voice
87%
high
Student voice
87%
high
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
89%
high
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
78%
low
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
94%
high
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
81%
high
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
88%
low
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
69%
low
Student information
The Environmental Geoscience with a Year of International Study course at Royal Holloway, University of London features content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below to find out about the students taking courses in each of those subject areas at this uni.
Graduate prospects
What graduates do next
Facts and figures about Royal Holloway, University of London graduates who took Environmental Geoscience with a Year of International Study - or another course in the same subject area.
Graduate statistics
60%
In a job where degree was essential or beneficial
90%
In work, study or other activity
60%
Say it fits with future plans
20%
Are utilising studies
Top job areas
20%
Conservation and environment professionals
20%
Sales occupations
10%
Business and public service associate professionals
10%
Elementary occupations
Graduate statistics percentages are determined 15 months after a student graduates
Earnings after graduation
Earnings from Royal Holloway, University of London graduates who took Environmental Geoscience with a Year of International Study - or another course in the same subject area.
Earnings
£24.6k
First year after graduation
£29.2k
Third year after graduation
£33.2k
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 Environmental Geoscience with a Year of International Study.
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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