What is MGeol Geological Sciences?

This programme is a four-year Undergraduate Masters degree (MGeol). Students on this four-year scheme enjoy the unique opportunity of spending their third year in Australia, Canada, USA or New Zealand, and take Masters-level modules during Year 4, in order to achieve the Undergraduate Masters degree.

The programme emphasis is on the fundamental processes which govern the development of the earth's crust, the formation of rocks, and the evolution of life on earth. Course content is regularly updated to provide a thorough grounding in modern applied geology, including petroleum and mineral resources, engineering and environmental geology.

The MGeol programme at Leeds is accredited by the Geological Society, the national body representing and regulating professional geological organizations. Leeds MGeol graduates therefore gain a degree from an accredited course, which allows fast-track progression towards obtaining Chartered Geologist status - the key professional qualification for a career in many commercial spheres of employment.

Why study MGeol Geological Sciences?

Students benefit enormously from spending a year overseas which broadens their academic horizons and demonstrates a high degree of independence; these are attributes which are valued by prospective employers. Leeds University was the first to introduce the international study year abroad and we have many years' experience of working with internationally renowned institutions in North America and Australasia.

MGeol graduates are highly regarded by employers for their teamwork, problem solving, IT and data handling and manipulation skills, as well as for the breadth of experience that they have acquired as part of their year studying abroad. The majority of our graduates go on to successful careers in industry or with government bodies, or pursue PhD research as the first step on a career in academia.