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Earth Sciences MEarthSci
If you want to:
learn more about how our planet works
help protect the planet
tackle the greatest challenges facing society and the natural world
find out how we can live sustainably
How do I apply and how easy is it to get in?
What you will need to do
Apply by 29 Jan
What you won’t need to do
Audition for a Place
Attend an interview
Submit a portfolio
Pass an entry test
Points of entry for Earth Sciences MEarthSci
Year 1
Year 2
Entry requirements for Geography, Earth and Environmental Studies and Physical Geographical Sciences at University of Edinburgh
Entry requirements are the formal requirements students need to meet to be considered for a place on a university course. But, each year many universities accept students with lower grades. The bar chart below shows the actual UCAS tariff points of students currently on this course.
A,B,B
Required subjects for Earth Sciences MEarthSci at University of Edinburgh
ABB - BBB in one set of exams. These grades should be achieved in one set of exams. Required subjects: A levels: two of Biology, Chemistry, Geography, Geology, Mathematics, or Physics at B. GCSEs: English at C or 4 and Mathematics at A or 7. We will accept combinations of Mathematics and Physics both at grade B, or Mathematics, Science plus Additional Science all at grade B to meet this requirement.
UCAS points for current students on Geography, Earth and Environmental Studies and Physical Geographical Sciences at University of Edinburgh
English language requirements
6.5
Additional details
Total 6.5 with at least 5.5 in each component.We do not accept IELTS One Skill Retake to meet our English language requirements.
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How good is this course?
Most relevant Student Reviews for Geography, Earth and Environmental Studies at University of Edinburgh
member8102462
29th February 24
Geophysics and Geology, BSc Hons FullTime
I appreciate the knowledge and well-organized course provided by the uni read more
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member548611
22nd May 20
Geophysics and Meteorology, MEarthPhys Hons FullTime
We are given a very good foundation of maths and physics which help with other courses. There are lots of labs and feild trips to help gain a practical knowledge of the subject along with the theory learnt in the class. read more
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member4116813
30th September 24
Environmental Geoscience, BSc Hons FullTime
It is a practical course and very interesting. read more
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member5115443
19th September 24
Sustainable Development, MA Hons FullTime
Small cohort in comparison to other subject degrees nonetheless it is an interesting course read more
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member11105852
30th March 24
Sustainable Development, MA Hons FullTime
I did not like it, the tutorial teacher was bad read more
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member8101940
23rd February 24
Geography, BSc Hons FullTime
Excellent degree, with enthusiastic lecturers. Fun field trips and very interactive teaching. read more
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member1097889
23rd January 24
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Very useful for the current age. read more
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member875409
23rd January 23
Geography, BSc Hons FullTime
Really interesting. Very friendly and helpful people read more
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member1175173
18th January 23
Geography, BSc Hons FullTime
The course has great lectures, and gives loads of useful readings which are great for expanding my knowledge of the subject. read more
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member467201
13th March 22
Geography, BSc Hons FullTime
Rating value for money as quite low due to most things being online this year, although that can't be helped because of covid, even so I believe tuition fees stayed the same. Also, there have been many teaching strikes this year. read more
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member763290
28th October 21
Geography, BSc Hons FullTime
Interesting lectures and useful tutorials read more
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member956484
17th April 21
Geography, BSc Hons FullTime
Great and engaging course, lots of work but I love it. read more
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member454905
3rd March 21
Environmental Geoscience, BSc Hons FullTime
It's a great experience. I have learned a lot of new knowledge. Thank you, teachers and classmates. read more
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member953578
21st January 21
Environmental Geoscience, BSc Hons FullTime
Environmental geoscience is extremely relevant just now so I feel I have picked the right degree to try and pursue. read more
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member1042187
14th September 19
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Awesome experience with my academics read more
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4th July 15
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