Population growth, global industrialisation and other related issues are putting our planet under unprecedented strain. As an Environmental Geoscientist you’ll be in a position to apply both acute problem-solving skills and the profound understanding of humanity’s relationship with the planet required to overcome some of our most significant threats.

• You’ll graduate with an integrated Masters degree (MSci) in Environmental Geoscience from one of the UK’s most highly regarded departments in a course that guides you to develop a deep understanding of humanity’s relationship with the planet
• This versatile five-year course will develop your scientific understanding and hands-on experience of environmental, ecological and health issues, combined with valuable workplace experience and professional connections you’ll make during your year in industry.
• We offer a broad range of optional courses to allow you to tailor your degree to your own learning interests
• You’ll study a hands-on degree with an extensive fieldwork programme and over 60% of timetabled study time taken up by hands on practical classes
• Study in a department consistently ranked among the top 10 in the country and home to an inspiring research culture that informs our teaching

Environmental Geosciences with a Year in Industry at Royal Holloway, University of London is an ideal pathway towards postgraduate study or a scientific or technical career. This thorough five-year course will see you graduate with an integrated Masters degree in Environmental Geosciences and acquire hands-on knowledge and experience during your year in industry.

The Department retains excellent industry connections, with representatives regularly visiting the campus to provide careers opportunities for current students. All of our Earth Sciences courses are accredited by the Geological Society, providing graduates with qualifications recognised and respected by employers in a variety of fields.

Our alumni have gone on to careers in many fields including petroleum geology and geotechnical engineering.