Masters Degrees in Palaeontology

The University of Edinburgh is one of the leading centres of palaeontology and geobiology research in the UK and globally. Our MScR degree is the only such programme in palaeontology and geobiology in the UK.

This is a programme designed for graduates in the physical or environmental sciences, mathematics or engineering. This is the course page for MRes Marine Geology and Geophysics at the University of Southampton.

Birkbeck’s Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences shares resources, facilities and expertise with UCL’s Department of Earth Sciences, thus offering you access to a unique, world-class research environment.

Environmental geology is a growing area of active research, because it provides insights into how the environment has evolved over geological time.

This interdisciplinary MSc programme is for students who are passionate about early life, mass extinctions, macroevolution and fossil preservation.

This MSc is a uniquely broad and flexible programme that suits students' aspirations, background and experience. UCL Earth Sciences has strengths in geophysics, geochemistry, palaeobiology, mineral physics, geodynamics, geohazards, climate science, environmental geosciences and policy, and other areas.

The course consists of five modules spread over three semesters, including an . extensive research project.  . in geoscience, environmental science or physical geography (see ".

The hydrocarbon industry is one of our most important sectors, helping to cater for needs as diverse as domestic energy, transportation and plastics manufacturing.

The School of Earth Sciences has strong international links and the presence of researchers from all over the world makes for an exciting and stimulating environment.

From the spectacular igneous geology of the Lake District World Heritage Site and Northumberland National Park to the Yorkshire Jurassic ‘Dinosaur Coast’ and the mineral wealth of the Pennines, the North has an incredible geological history spanning almost 500 million years.