| The award | How you will study | Study duration | Course start | Domestic course fees | International course fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BSc (Hons) | Full-time | 3 - 4 years | - | - | - |
Are you curious about how the planet works? Do you have a passion for science? Our Geology (Applied Geophysics) BSc will provide you with a contemporary education in geology, with a specialist focus on applied geophysics techniques. You'll develop practical skills and experience through fieldwork and laboratory assignments and benefit from industry work placement opportunities to boost your employability.
Geology graduates are highly employable and can embark on careers such as geochemists, geophysicists and seismologists. Course overview Harness your enthusiasm for science and learn the skills to tackle some of society's biggest environmental challenges. Keele's Geology (Applied Geophysics) BSc programme develops your fundamental geology knowledge and skills while allowing you to gain in-depth expertise in applied geophysics techniques and their practical applications. This prepares you for a dynamic career as a geologist, a profession that is in high demand.
Never studied Geology before? We've designed this programme to provide you with a solid grounding in the subject during year one, laying the foundation for advanced study in years two and three. Your geology studies will include exploring the Earth's origins, the evolution of life, and the exploration, extraction, and management of its natural resources. As an interdisciplinary subject, it draws on geography, environmental science, chemistry, biology, and physics.
You will develop an understanding of Earth's and other planets' structures and explore the physical, chemical, and biological processes occurring deep beneath our feet. The Applied Geophysics elements of the programme will focus on areas such as developing skills in geophysical research, examining the use of geophysics in geotechnics, ground engineering, geoforensics and environmental monitoring. We place a strong emphasis on developing practical skills, equipping you with the methods and techniques needed for future employment. You will gain hands-on experience using equipment, samples, and digital resources in our state-of-the-art Central Science Labs while gathering, analysing, and interpreting your own research data through residential and one-day field courses.
There are study abroad and work placement options, and Keele's campus serves as a ‘living laboratory' with 600 acres of natural environment for fieldwork. From our lake system and extensive woodlands to the mining and industrial heritage of the local area, we offer opportunities to study in an authentic environment while practicing sustainability preparing you to thrive in your future career. *We have compared the positivity ratings of all participating UK institutions using the NSS 2025 sector data to determine Keele's position relative to other broad-based universities (i.e. excluding specialist institutions and further education colleges). Related courses: Geology Geology (Environmental Geoscience) Geology (Volcanology) Geology and Physical Geography Geology ranked Top 10 in England (NSS 2025, broad-based universities)* Our unique 600-acre campus offers a fantastic natural environment to perform fieldwork This programme is accredited by the Geological Society of London Top 20 in the UK for Earth and Marine Sciences (Guardian University Guide, 2025) No prior knowledge of geology is required and there are no formal exams For more details, please see the course page on the Keele website.
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