Master of Science [M.Sc] [Earth Sciences] From Durham University

The Department is very proud of its high-quality teaching underpinned by internationally recognised research. The programme is based in a purpose-built, modern building with state-of-the-art facilities for teaching and research. The University prides itself on producing graduates who are eminently employable in a wide range of careers in the public and private sectors.As a student of this programme, you will look at climate change, the formation of the oceans, the death of the dinosaurs, the nature of rocks and minerals, the structure and chemistry of the Earth, and Earth surface processes. Indeed, the subject embraces the entire planet from the surface to the core. Earth Sciences also contributes to our understanding of other planets and moons in our solar system.