
Course Overview
Offered by Birkbeck, University of London, the CertHE Geology provides a comprehensive undergraduate education in sport and exercise science. Based in London, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 2-year part-time structure. This Certificate of Higher Education in Geology gives you the opportunity to focus on the study of the Earth, its environments and the processes that formed it, giving you essential knowledge about how we can better protect our planet. Why choose this course? - You will be able to help guide governments, industry and society on how best to use the Earth’s raw materials and on the potential for using renewable energy in the most sustainable manner. - This course can be taken as a qualification in its own right or used as credit to progress to the BSc Geology, providing a route to becom... International tuition fees are £4,740 per year, home/UK fees are £4,740 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 96% student satisfaction rating, and a 80% continuation rate.
What You'll Learn
Entry Requirements
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£4,740
per year
Home Student Fee
£4,740
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official LEO data (HMRC tax records)
💰 Graduate Salaries — Birkbeck, University of London
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 years | £26,000 | £35,500 | £46,000 |
| 5 years | £28,000 | £36,000 | £54,000 |
UK subject average: £34,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
Salary trend: ↑ up £500 from year 3 to year 5
Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH26-01-06 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
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Student Satisfaction
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About Birkbeck, University of London
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