The University of Edinburgh, founded in 1583, is a public research university located in Edinburgh, Scotland. It is the sixth oldest university in the English-speaking world and one of Scotland's ancient universities. The university has a long and rich history, and has produced many notable alumni in a variety of fields, including science, literature, and politics. Today, the University of Edinburgh is a leading research-intensive university, with a global reputation for academic excellence and a strong commitment to innovation and entrepreneurship. It is consistently ranked among the top universities in the UK and the world.

Year 1 Academic year: 2020/21 Starting in: September
NOTES:
Before selecting your outside courses please ensure you have met your Personal Tutor.

**For academic year 2020-21 the School of GeoSciences will not be undertaking field courses with international destinations.
All UK field destinations will be vetted for suitability according to risk to students staff and host communities. This is to ensure that we protect the safety of our students staff and the host communities. Alternatives will be provided to ensure key learning outcomes can still be met in any eventuality of not being able to run a physical field experience.
We currently do not know if we can run residential field courses on the UK mainland in academic year 2020-21. We will follow advice from the University and the Scottish and UK Governments and this will clearly develop over the next 6-12 months. Field courses which involve local day trips may be more feasible if appropriate social distancing measures can be implemented.
In all eventualities alternatives will be provided that enable you to meet the learning outcomes of all courses affected**
Compulsory courses
You must take these courses
Earth Dynamics
Must be taken during Semester 1

EASC08001
20 credits
Physics 1A: Foundations
Must be taken during Semester 1

PHYS08016
20 credits
Physics 1B: The Stuff of the Universe
Must be taken during Semester 2

PHYS08017
20 credits
Introduction to Geophysics
Must be taken during Semester 2

EASC08008
20 credits
Mathematics for Physics 1
Must be taken during Semester 1

PHYS08035
20 credits
Mathematics for Physics 2
Must be taken during Semester 2

PHYS08036
20 credits
Year 2 Academic year: 2020/21 Starting in: August
NOTES:
**For academic year 2020-21 the School of GeoSciences will not be undertaking field courses with international destinations.
All UK field destinations will be vetted for suitability according to risk to students staff and host communities. This is to ensure that we protect the safety of our students staff and the host communities. Alternatives will be provided to ensure key learning outcomes can still be met in any eventuality of not being able to run a physical field experience.
We currently do not know if we can run residential field courses on the UK mainland in academic year 2020-21. We will follow advice from the University and the Scottish and UK Governments and this will clearly develop over the next 6-12 months. Field courses which involve local day trips may be more feasible if appropriate social distancing measures can be implemented.
In all eventualities alternatives will be provided that enable you to meet the learning outcomes of all courses affected**
Compulsory courses
You must take these courses
Global Tectonics and the Rock Cycle
Must be taken during Semester 2

EASC08020
20 credits
Introduction to the Geological Record
Must be taken during Semester 2

EASC08017
20 credits
Physics of the Earth
Must be taken during Semester 2

EASC08016
20 credits
Geophysical Data Science
Must be taken during Semester 1

EASC08025
10 credits
Linear Algebra and Several Variable Calculus
Must be taken during Semester 1

PHYS08042
10 credits
Geomaterials
Must be taken during Semester 1

EASC08021
20 credits
Course options
Group A
Select exactly 20 credits in this group.
Level 7 and 8 courses in Schedules A to Q T and W
Select exactly 20 credits from Level 7 and 8 courses in Schedules A to Q T and W
Year 3 Academic year: 2020/21 Starting in: August
NOTES:
**For academic year 2020-21 the School of GeoSciences will not be undertaking field courses with international destinations.
All UK field destinations will be vetted for suitability according to risk to students staff and host communities. This is to ensure that we protect the safety of our students staff and the host communities. Alternatives will be provided to ensure key learning outcomes can still be met in any eventuality of not being able to run a physical field experience.
We currently do not know if we can run residential field courses on the UK mainland in academic year 2020-21. We will follow advice from the University and the Scottish and UK Governments and this will clearly develop over the next 6-12 months. Field courses which involve local day trips may be more feasible if appropriate social distancing measures can be implemented.
In all eventualities alternatives will be provided that enable you to meet the learning outcomes of all courses affected**
Compulsory courses
You must take these courses
Mathematical and computational methods in Geophysics
Must be taken during Semester 1

EASC09054
20 credits
Structural Analysis of Rocks and Regions (SARR)
Must be taken during Semester 2

EASC09052
20 credits
Petroleum Systems
Must be taken during Full Year

EASC10108
20 credits
Geophysical Measurement and Modelling
Must be taken during Full Year

EASC10110
20 credits
Field Skills for Geology
Must be taken during Full Year

EASC10105
20 credits
Research Training for Geophysics
Must be taken during Flexible

EASC09055
20 credits
Year 4 Academic year: 2020/21 Starting in: August
NOTES:
**For academic year 2020-21 the School of GeoSciences will not be undertaking field courses with international destinations.
All UK field destinations will be vetted for suitability according to risk to students staff and host communities. This is to ensure that we protect the safety of our students staff and the host communities. Alternatives will be provided to ensure key learning outcomes can still be met in any eventuality of not being able to run a physical field experience.
We currently do not know if we can run residential field courses on the UK mainland in academic year 2020-21. We will follow advice from the University and the Scottish and UK Governments and this will clearly develop over the next 6-12 months. Field courses which involve local day trips may be more feasible if appropriate social distancing measures can be implemented.
In all eventualities alternatives will be provided that enable you to meet the learning outcomes of all courses affected**
Compulsory courses
You must take these courses
Geophysics International Field Course
Must be taken during Full Year

EASC10111
10 credits
Course options
Group A
Select exactly 40 credits in this group.
Courses from Geophysics Projects or Dissertation
Select exactly 40 credits of the following courses
Geology Dissertation
EASC10011
40 credits
Geophysics Project 1
EASC10052
20 credits
Geophysics Project 2
EASC10053
20 credits
Geophysics Project
EASC10065
40 credits
AND
Group B
Select exactly 40 credits in this group.
Geophysics and Geology Group B Options
Select exactly 40 credits of the following courses
Geophysical Imaging and Inversion
EASC10109
20 credits
Planetary Interiors
EASC10115
20 credits
Geophysical Investigation of Earth Resources
EASC10116
20 credits
Natural Hazards and Risk
EASC11008
20 credits
AND
Group C
Select exactly 30 credits in this group.
New collection
Select exactly 30 credits of the following courses
Hydrocarbon Reservoir Quality
EASC10015
10 credits
Geomagnetism
EASC10036
10 credits
Frontiers in Research
EASC10089
10 credits
Applied Hydrogeology and Near Surface Geophysics
EASC10101
20 credits
Palaeontology and Sedimentology
EASC10106
20 credits
Igneous Metamorphic and Ore Processes
EASC10107
20 credits
Evolution of the Modern Earth and Cyprus Excursion for Geologists
EASC10121
20 credits
Year 5 Academic year: 2020/21 Starting in: August
NOTES:
In order to progress into the 5th year of the MEarthPhys students must achieve an average of 60% or more over the 3rd and 4th year combined. Boards of Examiners will consider cases of progression for students who are borderline (i.e. achieve between 58% and 59.99% average across their 3rd and 4th years) taking into account the same factors for progression which are taken into account for other progression award or classification decisions. Borderline criteria used by Boards of Examiners are published to students in advance.

**For academic year 2020-21 the School of GeoSciences will not be undertaking field courses with international destinations.
All UK field destinations will be vetted for suitability according to risk to students staff and host communities. This is to ensure that we protect the safety of our students staff and the host communities. Alternatives will be provided to ensure key learning outcomes can still be met in any eventuality of not being able to run a physical field experience.
We currently do not know if we can run residential field courses on the UK mainland in academic year 2020-21. We will follow advice from the University and the Scottish and UK Governments and this will clearly develop over the next 6-12 months. Field courses which involve local day trips may be more feasible if appropriate social distancing measures can be implemented.
In all eventualities alternatives will be provided that enable you to meet the learning outcomes of all courses affected**
Compulsory courses
You must take these courses
Project Design and Literature Analysis
Must be taken during Semester 1

GESC11001
20 credits
Geoscience Research Project
Must be taken during Full Year

GESC11002
40 credits
Frontiers in Earth Science
Must be taken during Semester 2

GESC11003
10 credits
Course options
Group A
Select exactly 30 credits in this group.
Level 10 and 11 courses in Schedule N
Select exactly 30 credits from Level 10 and 11 courses in Schedule N
AND
Scientific Computing Skills
Select exactly 20 credits of the following courses
SELECTED COURSES MUST BE TAKEN DURING SEMESTER 1
Scientific Computing Skills
EASC11005
20 credits
OR
MEarthSci field training
Select exactly 20 credits of the following courses
SELECTED COURSES MUST BE TAKEN DURING SEMESTER 1
MEarthSci field training
GESC11004
20 credits

The University of Edinburgh is a world-class research-intensive university that has been shaping the minds of students for over four centuries. Founded in 1583, it is one of Scotland's ancient universities and the sixth oldest university in the English-speaking world. The university is located in the beautiful and historic city of Edinburgh, which is known for its rich cultural heritage, stunning architecture, and lively atmosphere.

The University of Edinburgh offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs in a variety of disciplines, including arts, humanities, social sciences, sciences, engineering, medicine, business, and law. The university has a strong reputation for academic excellence, and its graduates are known for their high level of education and employability. The university is home to some of the world's most respected research centers and institutes, including the Edinburgh College of Art, the Royal Observatory, and the Human Communication Research Centre.

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The University of Edinburgh is a diverse and inclusive community, with students and staff from all over the world. The university provides students with a supportive and challenging environment, where they can develop the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in their chosen fields. The University of Edinburgh is consistently ranked among the top universities in the UK and the world, making it an excellent choice for students who are looking for a high-quality education and a great student experience.

You will need to book the accommodation after you have been accepted.

You can choose to live on campus or off campus in private accommodation.

• Make a booking online after you have been accepted (in this case please let us know your choice when you apply).
• Register when you arrive - its not possible to reserve a room before arriving. You can arrive a few days before and book it