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International Foundation Year in Science and Engineering Leading to Master of Science in Earth Sciences Study Group - Durham University International Study Centre - Queens Campus, UK
GBP 25900
Annual Tuition Fee
Free
Application Fee
60 months
Duration
5.5
IELTS
55%
Min GPA
Program Overview
International Foundation Year
The International Foundation Year in Science and Engineering prepares you to study an undergraduate degree at Durham city. This programme lasts for three terms.
Upon successful completion of the programme you can choose from a range of related degrees at Durham University.
Who is this programme for?
This programme is for international students aiming to study an undergraduate degree in a science or engineering field at Durham University.
- Improve your academic and English language skills needed for university.
- Gain a foundation in science and engineering concepts to give you a head start on your degree.
- Study core mathematics and chemistry modules to develop your confidence in theoretical and practical skills.
- Adjust to the UK education system, from understanding academic terminology to learning how to conduct laboratory experiments and write reports.
Leading to: Master of Science in Earth Sciences
This four-year Master’s degree has been designed to provide a comprehensive and rigorous education in all aspects of Earth Sciences along with the opportunity to interact with staff at the cutting-edge of scientific research.
It provides you with the opportunity to follow the Geology, Environmental Geosciences, Geophysics with Geology or Geoscience pathway for the first three years and undertake a detailed independent research project in the area of your choice in the fourth year.
Ideally suited to students with a strong interest in research, the course incorporates a substantial amount of independent (and group) project work which will involve you in high-level quantitative investigations, in addition to advanced key skills training.
If you have been accepted onto Geology, Geoscience, Environmental Geosciences, or Geophysics with Geology you may be able to transfer to the four-year MSci degree in Earth Sciences at the end of your second year. The fourth year combines a bespoke research project in your specialism, with advanced modules designed to integrate your Earth Science knowledge for vocational and/or research applications.
This course prepares you for employment or PhD research. Graduates have secured positions with high-profile employers and PhD research positions at prestigious universities worldwide.
Additional Information
Program Level Undergraduate Pathway
College/University Processing Time 7 Days
Program Format Full-Time
Post-Study Work Visa (PSWV)
General Admission Requirement
Academic Requirement
- Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted for this program, students must have Standard XII Higher Secondary Certificate.
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