BSc (Honours) in Geology

Geology is the study of Planet Earth. The BSc in Geology at St Andrews explores the origin and evolution of our planet and its biosphere over time, using the geological record and the fundamentals of chemistry, physics, and biology to understand the processes and events that have shaped the Earth system. Research-led teaching will introduce you to cutting-edge questions, such as why the Earth is unique in our solar system, how planets and atmospheres form and change, why volcanoes erupt, and how life originated and evolved. You will learn how Earth resources will fuel the global energy transition and contribute to a sustainable future, and how to locate these resources. Applied training will provide you with the skills and knowledge required by the energy, mineral and environmental industries, and research projects will allow you to undertake novel, independent field and laboratory research.

Standard entry grades: AAAB, including two of the following subjects: Biology (or Human Biology), Chemistry, Environmental Science, Geography, Mathematics and Physics. Minimum entry grades: AABB, including two of the following subjects: Biology (or Human Biology), Chemistry, Environmental Science, Geography, Mathematics and Physics. Gateway entry grades: Applicants who have narrowly missed the minimum entry grades, but meet the University's contextual criteria, may be interested in one of the University’s Gateway programmes. Standard entry grades: AAB, including two of the following subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Geography, Geology, Mathematics and Physics. Minimum entry grades: ABB, including two of the following subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Geography, Geology, Mathematics and Physics. Standard entry grades: 36 (HL 6,6,5), including HL6 in two of the following subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Geography, Mathematics and Physics. Minimum entry grades: 36 (HL 6,5,5), including HL5 in two of the following subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Geography, Mathematics and Physics