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2021 Geology 2021 Undergraduate Course Guide
Welcome to Geology at the University of Hull
Geology
Geology at the University Courses
of Hull
What we offer ...
Understanding the Earth’s history, structure and Course
Typical
offer
Example
A levels
UCAS
code FY
resources is crucial to us having a sustainable future on BSc Geology 120 BBB F600 F602 § F601
this planet. Geologists interrogate all the big questions § Entry requirements are different for foundation year; please contact our Admissions Service for guidance.
facing us in the 21st century: from sustainability and Your points can be from any qualification on the UCAS tariff, but at least 80 points should be from two or more
global resources to climate change and geohazards. A levels, or a combination of appropriate Level 3 qualifications. You also need A level at grade C or above (or
equivalent) in one of the following subjects: Applied Science, Biology, Chemistry, Geology, Maths or Physics.
For Biology, Chemistry and Physics, this must also include a Pass in the practical element for reformed A levels
Studying geology at Hull gives you a strong understanding of how geological completed in 2017 or later.
systems work and trains you to apply your knowledge to the real world. Our staff
are internationally recognised for their excellence in teaching and research, with For more information, please visit www.hull.ac.uk/uggeo
specialisms in areas such as volcanology, tectonics, long-term environmental
change and mass extinctions.
Our BSc Geology and BSc Geology degrees are accredited by the Geological Society
of London. So you can be confident you’re choosing a recognised degree that will
equip you with the technical ability and transferable skills you’ll need in your career.
We were ranked seventh in the UK in the Earth and marine sciences category of The
Guardian University Guide 2020.
Field work is essential to our courses. All our staff teach in the field as well as in the
lecture theatre (which is not as usual as you’d think). Early in your degree, we make
full use of the amazing geology close to Hull, from Yorkshire’s wolds and moors to its
famous Dinosaur Coast.
We’ll then take you further afield. There have been recent trips to locations such
as Almeria, Skye and Cyprus, while students doing a dissertation have worked
independently in regions as diverse as Canada, Greece and Ghana. So a geology
degree at Hull really does take you places.
We’re always looking to improve our courses. Which means we do review our modules from time to time,
to make sure they’re of a high standard and are relevant to you and to your potential future employers.
The information in this guide is correct at the time of going to print, but some of the modules could change
before 2021. Please contact our admissions team if you do have any questions or for further information on
admissions@hull.ac.uk.
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What extra course options do you offer?
Course structure We offer two extra options: foundation year and study abroad. Look out for these
icons on our course pages – and here’s what they mean.
How are degrees taught? Foundation year
Most of our undergraduate courses are made up of study units called modules. If you don’t quite meet our entry requirements, you can apply to do an
You’ll be assessed after each module, and the average of all your module extra year of study before starting your course. This foundation year
assessments for the year is your overall result for that year. boosts your subject knowledge and helps you gain new academic skills,
as well as preparing you to start your full degree.
Can I pick and choose modules?
We look for applicants who can demonstrate an experience of a related
Yes, to an extent. Some modules are compulsory, so you have to take them.
subject and an aptitude for academic work.
Within that compulsory group are some ‘core’ modules, too. They’re essential to the
Fees for our foundation year are exactly the same as undergraduate
course (to make sure our degrees qualify for relevant accreditation, for example), so
years – and you can apply for student finance as with a full degree.
they’ll never change and you have to pass them.
That said, some of our modules are optional – so you can pick what you study to suit Study abroad
your interests and career goals. Many of our courses include a year abroad in Year 3. You may also opt to
study abroad over the summer or as an exchange student.
How many modules will I take?
Usually, you’ll take six modules a year: three from the start of term to Christmas, and
three more between January and the summer. Later in your course, some modules –
like larger-scale projects or a dissertation – might count as two modules and run for
the full year.
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Geology
Accounting and Finance
Careers
A geology degree gives you the experience and skills to work in
fields like geological consultancy, environmental agencies,
exploration geology and the petroleum. You’ll also develop
transferable skills in research, data analysis and
communication, which employers in a range of other areas
value.
Graduate careers
• Exploration geologist
• Geo-environmental engineer
• Environmental consultant
• Mineral surveyor
• Museum curator
Career advice and support
Our team give you expert career advice and training. We’ll help you explore your
options and progress into a career you’ll love. You’ll learn how to apply for jobs, prep
for interviews and impress potential employers.
We can also get you into the room with a range of employers at on-campus events.
Networking helps you plan your career path and can open doors to internships and
job offers.
* National Student Survey 2018, HEIs.
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Geology
BSc Geology Understanding the Earth
Develop fundamental skills in geological
data gathering and analysis, in areas
Earth Evolution
Earth is an integrated system. Tectonics,
life and climate evolve together and
such as GIS, statistics and geophysics the Earth system passes changes in
Year 1 modules through a combination of lectures, complex and diverse connections.
Typical offer 120
practicals and field work.
Compulsory Final-year modules
Example A levels BBB Introduction to Petrology Year 2 modules
Gain the key skills to accurately describe
Core
UCAS code F600 and identify geological materials. You’ll Core Geological Mapping Dissertation
also learn about the natural processes Geoscience Field Course You’ll compile a geological map and
F602 that control the formation of geological This module gives you the opportunity research dissertation, supported by
materials. to test your structural, sedimentary, your dissertation supervisor. You’ll
F601 igneous and metamorphic theoretical be expected to complete 28 days of
Introduction to Sedimentary Rocks learning in a series of field tasks in independent geological mapping.
and Fossils
Southern Spain. Compulsory
You’ll learn to identify fossils and
Our BSc Geology course will
equip you with the specialist
sedimentary rocks, come to understand Compulsory Advanced Geological Field Study
the processes behind their formation Currently based in Cyprus, this module
Igneous and Metamorphic Geology
geoscience skills for a and investigate the evolution of life You’ll explore how igneous and
challenges you to integrate various
career in geo-conservation, through geological time. analytical skills to develop a detailed
metamorphic rocks form and learn understanding of the region’s geological
geohazard monitoring, Global Environments how to interpret their histories using history, evolution and structure.
finding Earth’s natural Learn how our planet works – exploring geochemistry, alongside your own field
resources such as water and tectonics and the Earth’s structure, and lab-based project work. Earth Resources
the atmosphere and oceans, and the Gain skills and understanding
the new metals that will Geohazards in Earth resource geology. This
distribution of life across the planet’s
power our sustainable future, surface.
Explore what constitutes a geohazard,
includes mineralisation, prospecting,
and the specifics of a range of natural
geothermal, geotechnical hazards such as earthquakes, volcanic
extraction and remediation, and the
engineering, teaching and 3D Earth: Geological Maps and developing fields of carbon capture and
Structures eruptions, tsunamis and floods.
research. You’ll learn about sequestration, geothermal energy and
Gain knowledge and experience Geographical Information Systems “new metals”.
the forces that created of geological field work. We focus Develop your understanding of the
and shaped our planet in on understanding the 3D nature of principles and processes behind GIS, Optional
classrooms, labs and field geological structures, how to analyse the nature and use of spatial data and Quaternary: Two Million Years of
them, record them and report on them. Change
classes in both the UK and the application of GIS on this practical
module. This module will take you on a journey
destinations like Spain Sedimentary Basins and Structural
Analysis through the current Ice Age, which
and Cyprus. Final-year Sedimentology
spans the last 2.6 million years.
Sedimentary basins are the ‘tape Sedimentary rocks record the history
mapping projects have taken recorder’ of past climate, sea-level and of Earth, contain fossils that reveal the
past students to locations environmental change. Explore topics story of life and host unique resources.
including Ireland, Greece, such as basin formation and structural Learn how to understand them and how
Portugal, Canada and Ghana. development. to record them.
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Geology
Professional Consultancy Project
Work with an external host organisation “The caves (the caves of Sorbas)
on a research project designed to be were really interesting because
useful to them, while being supervised there are only five of those locations
by university tutors. around the world and they are the
biggest in Europe. It’s amazing to get
Volcanoes and Their Hazards
these opportunities to come out
Explore the key themes and current
here.
research-led understanding of
volcanological processes and hazards, “It’s really important to just get out
volcanic monitoring and management there and see things that you’ve
of volcanic crises around the world. never seen before.
Palaeoenvironments “Almeria in a sentence ... probably
This module will take you on a journey the craziest, most interesting week
through the current Ice Age, which of geology that I’ve ever done.”
spans the last 2.6 million years.
Elliott Sanderson, BSc Geology
Environmental Impact Assessment and Physical Geography
and Monitoring
Learn about the socio-economic,
ecological, environmental, aesthetic and
legislative aspects of EIAs, the industry
standard for assessing the impact of
new developments.
Professional Consultancy Project
Work with an external host organisation
on a research project designed to be
useful to them, while being supervised
by university tutors.
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Be part of something We’re in the top 50 universities
for research power**
Which basically means we’re helping to change
extraordinary the world through the work our people are
doing. And you could be part of it. From tackling
marine pollution to breaking the chain of
modern-day slavery, our research is not only
Here at Hull, we know extraordinary is in you. And we’re enriching the lives of people across the world,
it enriches your university experience. So come
here to help you find it. This is why we’ve partnered with and get involved.
Team GB. Our united belief is that anyone, with the right
opportunities ahead and a dedicated team behind, can You’ll meet new
achieve extraordinary things. people who’ll
become old friends.
More than 15,000 students
from around 100 countries
live, work and play on our
attractive single-site campus.
The partnership isn’t
the only thing we’ve got
going for us either. We Whether you’re into bands
also offer you guaranteed or board games, food or
accommodation,^ with film, history or horror, sci-fi
more than 2,300 rooms or skateboarding, this is a
on campus. Our students place to do more of what
go on to do amazing you love – there’s something
things too, with 95.9% of for everyone here in Hull.
our graduates in work It’s your home away from
or further study with six home. And your chance to
months.† discover who you really are.
Choose extraordinary. Choose Hull.
^ We guarantee you a room in University-owned or partnered accommodation if you apply by 1 October.
† Destinations of Leavers from Higher Education for the academic year 2016/17, published by HESA June 2018.
** Times Higher Education, based on the most recent Research Excellence Framework 2014.
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This. Is. Hull.
A place where we stand up to kings, do deals with the
world and take a wrecking ball to the slave trade.
A place where culture stands out and the phone boxes
are a different colour. A place where we’re free thinking,
independent and proud of it.
Glasgow
Learn more about Hull M8
Edinburgh
THE DEEP at hull.ac.uk/abouthull A1
Newcastle
Belfast
A1
York
Dublin
Liverpool
M62
Leeds HULL
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Manchester
Sheffield
M1 Lincoln
Nottingham A1
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Birmingham M1
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41 47. Sports Pavilion
50 35. Middleton Hall
48. Student Central
(Students’ Union)
36. Multi Storey Carpark 49. Student Wellbeing,
37. Newlands House Learning & Welfare Support
17. Dennison Centre 26. Hardy 38. Newland Science Park 50. Swale House
18. Derwent 27. Holme 39. Nidd 51. Taylor Court
19. Don 28. Hull University Business 40. Prayer Room 52. The Courtyard
10. Calder 20. Energy & Environment School Reception 41. Raines House 53. Venn (Reception)
11. Canham Turner Institute 29. Larkin 42. Robert Blackburn 54. Washburn
5. Allam Medical Building 12. Central Print Services 21. Enterprise Centre 30. Leven 43. Rye House 55. Westfield Court
1. Accommodation Hub 6. Allam Sport Centre 13. Chemistry 22. Esk 31. Loten 44. Ryton Lecture Theatre 56. Wharfe
2. Acoustics Research Centre 7. Applied Science 3 14. Cohen 23. Fenner 32. Loten Workshops 45. Skell 57. Wilberforce
3. Aire 8. Asylum Nightclub 15. Day Nursery 24. Ferens 33 Loxley 46. Sport, Health & 58. Wiske
4. Allam Building 9. Brynmor Jones Library 16. Dearne 25. Gulbenkian Centre 34. Media Hub Exercise Science Lab 59. Wolfson
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GUIDE2020 2You’ll feel right
WESTFIELD COURT WESTFIELD COURT
at home in Hull
We have something for everyone here. Whatever
you choose, you’ll find a place to live that works
best for you. And if you apply by 1 October, we
guarantee you a University room.*
From 41, 43 and 51-week Take a virtual
contracts, so you don’t pay tour of our rooms
for more than you need Go to hull.ac.uk/accommodation
to find out more and take a 360°
2,300+ on-campus rooms tour of where you’ll be living.
Up to 150mbps FREE WiFi**
Connect up to 7 devices to WESTFIELD COURT
the WiFi at once
24/7 security on campus
For further information,
please contact the
Accommodation Hub
01482 466042
* If you’re a new, full-time, unaccompanied
student, and you apply for accommodation
by 1 October, we guarantee you a room in
accommodation that’s owned or in partnership
with the University.
THE COURTYARD TAYLOR COURT
** Westfield Court and Taylor Court only.
20 | HULL.AC.UK UNDERGRADUATE COURSE GUIDE 2021 | 21How much can I borrow?
Your guide to What you can borrow for your maintenance loan depends on your family’s income
and where you’ll be living while you’re at uni.
fees and funding Is your family’s annual
household income £25,000
or less?
No, it’s more
So … time to talk about money. How much does university cost? Yes
than that
How are you going to pay for it?
2021/22 Maintenance Loan figures
How much does it cost to study an undergraduate degree? When you come to uni, Living
Household Living at
where will you be living? away from
income home
Are you a UK student? home
£25,000 £9,488 £7,987
Yes No Away from £30,000 £8,809 £7,315
At home home £35,000 £8,130 £6,642
£9,250 per year* £14,800 (non-science courses) £40,000 £7,450 £5,969
on a full-time degree or £17,550 (science courses) per year
for EU and international students You’ll be able You’ll be able £45,000 £6,771 £5,296
to borrow to borrow £50,000 £6,092 £4,623
You’ll pay lower fees while you’re on a year abroad or an industrial placement year. £7,987 £9,488
£55,000 £5,412 £3,950
£60,000 £4,733 £3,516
What loans are available? £62,286 or above £4,422 £3,516
There are two types of loan available to students from England:
And how much will I be paying back after I graduate?
Maintenance loan Tuition fee loan – Currently
£9,250* Just to recap, you don’t have to pay back anything until your salary goes above
Helps with the cost of living
£27,295 a year. When that happens, the amount you’re earning determines what
Partially means tested Covers the full cost of your course
your loan repayment will be.
fees
• Paid straight into your bank
account at the start of each term • Paid straight to the University Is your annual salary above £27,295 a year?
• You won’t have to pay any of it • You don’t start paying any of it
back until you’re earning more back until you’re earning more Yes No, it’s less than that
than £27,295 a year than £27,295 a year
• After 30 years, any remaining • After 30 years, any remaining
Annual income Monthly payment You don’t have to
debt is written off – regardless of debt is written off – regardless
£27,295 £0 make any repayments
what you still owe of what you still owe
£30,000 £20
£35,000 £58
£40,000 £95
£45,000 £133
* Subject to approval. This fee is subject to an increase in line with inflation. Maximum tuition fees are set by the government.
£50,000 £170
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BTEC level 3
Admissions The (not so) small print ...
A level UCAS Tariff (QCF) / National (QCF) / National (QCF) / National
01482 466100 Please note … Extended Extended Extended
Diploma Diploma Diploma
admissions@hull.ac.uk The information in this guide is provided
by the University of Hull, and is for 144 DDD
hull.ac.uk/admissions
general information purposes only. 128 DDM
We do everything possible to keep the 112 DMM D*D*
Accommodation information up to date and correct,
104 D*D
01482 466042 but we reserve the right to introduce
rooms@hull.ac.uk changes to the information given in our 96 MMM DD
hull.ac.uk/accomm publications. For more detail and the 84
latest on our programmes, please go to
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Student Finance 78
01482 466538 Want to know more? 72
hefunding@hull.ac.uk Our full 2020 Undergraduate 64 MPP MM
hull.ac.uk/money prospectus is available to order or 60
download from hull.ac.uk/prospectus.
A* 56 D*
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UCAS information. A 48 PPP MP D
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global@hull.ac.uk Marketing and Communications,
hull.ac.uk/international University of Hull,
Cottingham Road, Of course, we also consider other qualifications – such as AS levels, Cambridge
Hull, HU6 7RX, UK. Technicals and EPQs – and a range of international qualifications.
If you’ve got any questions about what qualifications we accept or our entry
requirements in general, just ask. We’re on 01482 466100 or at admissions@hull.ac.uk.
You can also work out your own UCAS points total at
www.ucas.com/ucas/tariff-calculator.
There’s also a full tariff points guide for all available qualifications on the UCAS site.
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to Hull
When you apply for Hull, you’ll have a team ready to
answer your questions every step of the way. From
starting your application to the day you win a place
to come here.
UCAS Our UCAS institution codes
For most of our full-time H72: All Hull courses except
undergraduate courses, you need Medicine
to register and apply through the
Universities and Colleges H75: Medicine (Hull York
Admissions Service (UCAS). Medical School)
You can find the entry
requirements on your course Dates for your diary
page at hull.ac.uk. 1 September: UCAS
But as a general guide, applications open
we’re happy to consider
applications from candidates 15 October: Medicine UCAS
with predicted grades totalling applications deadline
112 UCAS points or above.
15 January: UCAS applications
To find out more, go to deadline for all other courses to
hull.ac.uk/admissions guarantee equal consideration
To register and apply, go to Late February: UCAS Extra
ucas.com/students opens
International student? 30 June: Main UCAS
See hull.ac.uk/international for application scheme closes
more information on how to apply.
4 July: UCAS Extra closes
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