The course aims to integrate theoretical studies with essential practical skills in the Earth sciences, both in the field and in the laboratory. Students develop the ability to work on group projects, prepare written reports, acquire oral skills and gain training in the methods of scientific research.
The MSc in Geosciences is aimed at students who have studied Earth sciences, physical geography, or fundamental sciences such as physics, chemistry or biology at undergraduate level. The course is suitable for students with a background in geology, geophysics, physical geography or a relevant discipline who want to prepare for research in the Earth sciences and for entry into a PhD programme.
The MSc in geosciences has a very successful track record in terms of postgraduate employment at professional level. In recent years approximately one third of our graduates achieve employment in Geoscience-related industries, such as environment consultancies, one third obtain PhD positions within the Earth sciences or related fields, and approximately one third go into non-Earth sciences professions such as journalism and teaching.
We have excellent relations with many employers in diverse aspects of the Earth sciences and students are actively guided towards preparation for their future careers. You will develop transferable skills in critical analysis of quantitative and qualitative information, problem-solving and lateral thinking, research and data collection analysis and interpretation, and in presenting your results to non-specialists.
A large number of our graduates go on to PhD research or professional careers that often incorporate geological expertise hydrocarbons, water and mineral extraction and management; museums and curation, higher education, environmental assessment and management; and civil engineering. However, our graduates find employment across a wide range of professions including management, the financial sector, scientific journalism, and teaching.
Graduate Outcomes survey carried out by the Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA), looking at the destinations of graduates in the 2018–2024 cohorts.
UCL Earth Sciences is world-leading in our field, ranking #6 in the UK in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026 for Earth and Marine Sciences .
| QS 综合 | 院校 | 学制 | 学费 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 第 8 位 | 苏黎世联邦理工学院ETH Zurich | 2年 | 1460瑞士法郎/年 |
| 第 22 位 | 墨尔本大学The University of Melbourne | 2年 | 67872澳元/年 |
| 第 29 位 | 澳大利亚国立大学Australian National University | 2年 | 56120澳元/年 |
| 第 32 位 | 多伦多大学University of Toronto | 3 个学期（全日制），注册序列 FWS；6 个学期（非全日制） | - |