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Foundation of Geology

Egham, United Kingdom
4 years
English
On campus
Foundation

Royal Holloway, University of London campus

About the program

Bachelor of Science in Geology is a four-year on-campus degree at Mount Royal University in Calgary focused on geology through classroom, Laboratory and field study.

Program highlights

Internship available: no
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (0 year): no
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Apply core theories and methods in Geology
Strengthen skills in field investigation
Environmental systems
Applied analysis and resource stewardship
And present well-supported conclusions in academic or professional settings.

Career outcomes

Environmental geologist
Mineral exploration geologist
Petroleum geologist
Geoscientist
Hydrogeologist
Exploration geophysicist
Geotechnical specialist
Marine geoscientist

Curriculum

Four-year degree with an Honours stream that includes research. Learning combines classroom study
Laboratories and fieldwork
With study abroad and field schools optional. Core course names are not listed
And no co-op or thesis is stated for the standard stream. Graduates are eligible for APEGA membership.

Entry requirements

Academic

A Levels: CCD. Required subjects: We require English Language and Mathematics GCSE at grade 4 (C) This course is suitable for non-standard entrants
Including mature returners to study
Those without Science qualifications or with Science qualifications below the standard required for entry to a degree. International qualification or degree equivalents by country are listed on the course page.

Accepted academic background

Secondary / high-school qualifications (A levels, IB, Or the country-specific equivalent listed on each course page), Applicants who do not meet the English requirement are directed to the Study Group International Foundation Year (staged separately).

Language tests

IELTS 6.5
TOEFL iBT 88
Duolingo 120
PTE Academic 67

Documents you’ll need

Completed application form
Academic transcripts
Graduation certificate when applicable
Passport copy
English proficiency evidence
Financial documentation
Program-specific supporting materials when required.

How to apply

Check the course entry requirements and the UCAS equal-consideration deadline of 13 January 2027 (international applications are considered until 30 June 2027 if places remain) at official website 2. Apply through UCAS with Royal Holloway's institution code R72 and the course's UCAS code. Send a transcript or certificate if the Admissions Office asks (A level
BTEC and IB results are verified through UCAS). No portfolio is required as standard. Reply to your offers by the UCAS deadline and apply for halls when accommodation applications open.

Other costs

Tuition per year	£27,900 GBP
Application fee	£75 GBP
Deposit	£3,000 GBP

Program details

Campus	Egham
Faculty or school	School of Life Sciences and the Environment
Department	Earth Sciences
Teaching language	English
Credit value	480
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	0 year
Scholarship note	Royal Holloway, University of London may offer institutional, Merit-based, Departmental, Or international student scholarships to eligible applicants. Award value, Eligibility, And deadlines vary by program and intake.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
13 Jan 2027
60 days left

Scholarships

Royal Holloway, University of London may offer institutional, Merit-based, Departmental, Or international student scholarships to eligible applicants. Award value, Eligibility, And deadlines vary by program and intake.

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Frequently asked questions

The program takes 4 years.