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Integrated Foundation - Bachelor of Science (Honours) - Earth Sciences

University of Derby

Derby — Derby, East Midlands, United Kingdom

Study Level
Undergraduate · 4-Year Bachelor's Degree
Duration
To be confirmed
Study Mode
To be confirmed
Next Intake
September 2027
Tuition Fee
GBP 15,500
Application Fee
None listed
Scholarships Available
None listed
Post-Study Work Information
Graduate Route: Verify before applying
Application Status
Open — confirm with Eagle Link (Not confirmed)

Program information is subject to institution confirmation. Fees, deadlines, intakes and entry requirements may change.

Overview

The BSc (Hons) Earth Sciences with Foundation Year focuses on the vital role of Earth sciences in supporting the sustainable future of the planet and society through the development of knowledge in areas such as natural hazards, sustainable development, climate change, energy and natural resources. This dynamic geoscience programme is inherently multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary, combining scientific study with humanity-based disciplines including biology, chemistry, geography, geology, informatics, natural and environmental sciences, geological sciences and physics. The course places strong emphasis on practical investigation, encouraging an appreciation of processes operating at a range of scales while considering their wider societal context and complex interrelationships. It develops understanding of natural and environmental hazards, their management and mitigation, and adaptation to challenges such as climate change, volcanic eruptions, flooding and earthquakes. Studies include ore geology and mineralogy, with training in observing, describing and interpreting minerals, rocks (including sedimentary and igneous types), fossils and geological structures through fieldwork, hand specimens and optical microscopy. The programme also explores approaches to achieving a sustainable net zero carbon future, including carbon sequestration, green technologies and renewable energy. Graduates gain a comprehensive understanding of how the Earth works, alongside knowledge of how the Earth and other planetary bodies in the solar system formed and evolved through the study of planetary science. The degree builds insight into the Earth’s structure, the interactions between the Earth, atmosphere, biosphere and hydrosphere, and the chemical, physical and biological processes that govern these systems. This foundation equips graduates with the knowledge and skills required to address major contemporary and future societal challenges, including sustainable energy supply, sourcing minerals for green technologies, sustainable urban development, clean and secure water resources, and natural hazard management and mitigation.
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Credential
4-Year Bachelor's Degree
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Entry Requirements

Entry requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

English-language requirements

English-language requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

Fees & Costs

Tuition fee
GBP 15,500
Application fee
None listed
Deposit required
Not listed
Estimated other compulsory fees
Not listed — confirm with Eagle Link.

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Scholarships

No scholarship is currently listed for this program. Explore scholarships and funding.

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Intakes & Deadlines

Upcoming intakes
September 2027, September 2028, September 2029
Application deadline
Confirm with Eagle Link
Application status
Confirm with Eagle Link
Intake availability
Not confirmed

Campus & Location

Derby

Derby, East Midlands, United Kingdom

Kedleston Road

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Post-Study Work / Immigration Information

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Graduate Route
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About the Institution

The University of Derby is pushing the boundaries of knowledge to create a better, fairer, and more sustainable future for everyone. Their thriving community of researchers, professionals, and practitioners influence the creation of new knowledge by sharing their expertise. The university's students learn in state-of-the-art facilities, and the university plays a key role in the communities of Derby and Derbyshire. Research lives in the University of Derby's classrooms. They explore, innovate, and discover solutions to the challenges facing all now and in the future – in the city, region, and...

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Program information last verified 8 October 2026.

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