Master of Science [M.Sc] (Applied Environmental Geology)
STEM Course
1 year
Full Time
On Campus
Field of Study:
$33,849 /Yr
£25,450 /Yr
- Master of Science in Applied Environmental Geology at Cardiff University is a 1-year program.
- It is an on-campus program offered on a full-time basis.
- MSc degree in Applied Environmental Geology provides the requisite skills for employment in professional geo-environmental and geotechnical consultancies and government environmental agencies.
- The course is accredited by the Geological Society.
- It is fully integrated with the professional development (CPD) lecture program of the South Wales Group of the Geological Society of London.
- The program embeds student’s skills in professional practice through a 5-month project, usually as part of the placement.
- There are two stages to the MSc Applied Environmental Geology:
- Stage 1 lasts for 7 months (September – April), where students will complete taught modules and fieldwork, with significant contributions from industry professionals.
- Stage 2, which is a 5-month professional project from May to September culminating in a dissertation.
- For the first 7 months, students will complete taught modules and fieldwork at Cardiff University. After this, they will progress onto a 5-month placement in the UK or overseas.
- The teaching methods are a mixture of lectures, practical work, and fieldwork.
- On the course, students will undertake laboratory work in several modules which include standard laboratory tests covering the physical and mechanical properties of soils, and water flow experiments to learn hydrologic and hydrogeologic concepts.
- The assessment methods, depending on the module. These include exams, coursework, presentations, practical assessment, industrial placement, and dissertation (20,000 words).
- About 96% of the School's master's graduates were in employment and/ or further study 15 months after the end of their course.
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Tuition Fees
| Year | 1st Year Fees |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fees | $33849 (GBP 25450) |
Other Expenses
| Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
|---|---|
| Living Expenses | $19950 (GBP 15000) |
| Total Cost | $19950 (GBP 15000) |
Previous Year Tuition Fees
| Year | 1st Year Fees |
|---|---|
| 2021 | $38535 (GBP 28974) |
Important Dates
Admissions take place on a first-come, first-served basis, so we recommend you apply as early as possible.
Scores Required
Required Document List
The Documents required are:
- Resume/CV - This provides a summary of a student's experience and skills.
- Higher Secondary School Certificate - The certificate provided by the education board after completion of the Higher secondary education.
- Statement of marks - The marks statement provided by the education board.
- Letter of Recommendation - This shows who recommended the student to pursue the degree.
- Personal Statement - This is an essay or any written statement written by the student while applying in a minimum of 250 words.
- English Language Requirement - This shows the test score of English Proficiency Exams such as IELTS, TOFEL, PTE, etc.
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Career and Placement after Course
Possible career opportunities for the students are:
- Environmental consultant
- Remote sensing Specialist
- Groundwater specialist
- Mining or marine engineer
- Environmental scientist
- Geochemist
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Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| VueVille Future Technology Scholarship | Scholarship per student$ 1,330/Yr$1,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
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| Bharat Petroleum Scholarship | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeMerit-Based | |
| Forktip Women’s- Innovation Scholarship | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCollege-Specific | |
| India Postgraduate Taught Master’s Scholarship | Scholarship per student$ 4,728/Yr$3,555 | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeCollege-Specific | |
| Axol Science Scholarship | Scholarship per student$ 2,660/Yr$2,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCompany-Sponsored |
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