Geology

On the Leicester Geology MGeol, you'll gain a broad training in geoscience as for our BSc Geology degree, and then develop masters-level expertise, including a research project on a topic of interest to you. The browser you are using is no longer supported and for that reason you will not get the best experience when using our website. Gain a broad training in geoscience as for our BSc Geology degree, and then develop masters-level expertise, including a research project on a topic of interest to you.

What might you discover? Ranked 1st in subjects aligned to Geology for ‘overall positivity’ in the NSS 2025 (according to Times Higher Education NSS 2024 methodology applied to the NSS 2025 data). Our Geology degrees gives you a broad training in the geosciences, from the structure and history of our planet and life on Earth, to the natural resources that geologists need to manage for a sustainable future.

You may have already discovered that every rock tells a fascinating story: perhaps it was formed in a volcano, or preserves dinosaur remains, or a chemical signature of past oceans, or a rare mineral with high-tech applications. Our Geology degree helps you piece it all together to arrive at a profound understanding of our planet and the role of the geoscientist in today’s world.