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University of Aberdeen · Undergraduate
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UndergraduateBachelor of Science (with Honours)UCAS: F601
Geology
University of AberdeenAberdeen, Scotland
4 yearsDuration
£24,800Per Year (Intl)
£27,000Avg. Graduate Salary
98%Satisfaction
Course Overview
Offered by University of Aberdeen, the BSc (Hons) Geology provides a comprehensive undergraduate education in sport and exercise science. Based in Aberdeen, Scotland, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year full-time structure. Geology - studying the Earth beneath our feet and it’s fascinating 4.5 billion years of history, from volcanoes and earthquakes to dinosaurs and ancient rivers - is central to our transition to a sustainable future. The BSc Geology programme provides you with the skills you need to explore the processes that have shaped the Earth and its surface and subsurface environments through time, equipping you with powers to address the major modern world challenges, from climate change to sustainable energy, and from water security to natural disasters. Aberdeen is ranked 1st in the UK for overa... International tuition fees are £24,800 per year, home/UK fees are £1,820 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 100% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £25,500 within three years, a 85% continuation rate, and 70% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Minerals and Rock Forming Processes
Stratigraphy and Earth History
Structural Geology and Tectonics
Palaeontology and Fossil Records
Geomorphology and Surface Processes
Economic Geology and Resources
Field Geology and Practical Skills
Quaternary Geology and Climate Change
UCAS Code:F601
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | BBC A minimum of 3 A Levels at BBC - at least 2 from Science or Maths subjects. To be considered for entry into Second Year, a minimum of 3 A Levels at ABB, with AB from 2 science or maths subjects (including the subject(s) nominated for Honours - an A in the subject for Single Honours or AB in the subjects for Joint Honours). Also required: GCSE at C or above in English or English Language, Mathematics and in either Chemistry, or Physics or Dual Award Science. |
| International Baccalaureate | 32 points A minimum of 32 points, with a minimum of 5 points at HL required from 2 Science or Maths subjects. For Second Year entry: a minimum of 34 points with a minimum of 6 at HL in the subject(s) nominated for Honours. A minimum of Standard Level English and Maths also required. |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 6 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 59 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£24,800
per year
Total Course Cost (4 years)£99,200
Home Student Fee
£1,820
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — University of Aberdeen
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £26,000 | £27,000 | £29,000 |
| 3 years | £22,500 | £25,500 | £29,500 |
| 5 years | £27,500 | £32,000 | £37,000 |
UK subject average: £27,500 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation▼ Close to UK average salary
This course
£25,500
UK average
£27,500
Salary 5 years after graduation▲ 16% above UK average salary
This course
£32,000
UK average
£27,500
Salary trend: ↑ up £6,500 from year 3 to year 5
Official Data
Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH26-01). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
45%Working
25%Studying
10%Work & Study
70%Professional Jobs
Official Data
Graduate employment outcomes are sourced directly from Discover Uni for this specific course and provider. For full details, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
Student Satisfaction
Subject-level averageNational Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only
90%
Overall
Teaching on my course
98%Learning opportunities
93%Assessment and feedback
84%Academic support
96%Organisation and management
87%Learning resources
91%Student voice
83%Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
100%National Student Survey via Discover Uni.
Estimated Data
Source: Subject-level average for this provider
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