Program Overview
The University of Birmingham's MSc in Hydrogeology is a highly acclaimed one-year program designed to provide students with a comprehensive education in the fundamentals of groundwater science and engineering. Through a combination of taught modules and a research project, students gain a deep understanding of groundwater systems, enabling them to tackle any groundwater problem they may encounter in their careers. The program boasts an exceptional employment record, with graduates in high demand in various industries and organizations worldwide.
University of Birmingham Summary
Overview:
The University of Birmingham is a leading global university with a strong focus on research and innovation. It is committed to developing solutions for a thriving planet and improving the health of people around the world.
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Student Life and Campus Experience:
The University of Birmingham offers a welcoming environment for students, with opportunities to settle in, make new friends, discover the city of Birmingham, and prepare for their studies. The university also has a vision for its campus development in the next 20 years, aiming to enhance and refine the global campuses.
Key Reasons to Study There:
Global Impact:
The university's research is focused on addressing major global issues, such as climate change and global health.Multidisciplinary Collaboration:
The university encourages collaboration across disciplines to drive innovation and find solutions to complex problems.Pioneering Breakthroughs:
The university is known for its pioneering research and breakthroughs in various fields.Academic Programs:
Other:
The university has five research challenge themes that guide its focus and draw on its vast expertise and resources. These themes showcase the university's pioneering breakthroughs, multidisciplinary collaboration, and significant global impact.
Entry Requirements:
- Qualifications: A minimum of an upper second class honours degree (2:1) in a relevant subject is typically required. However, the program considers alternative qualifications and experience.
- Relevant Subjects: Hydrogeology encompasses a broad range of subjects, so applicants with a variety of first degree subjects are welcome, including:
- Geosciences (e.g., Earth Sciences, Geology, Geophysics, Geography, Environmental Sciences, Hydrogeology, Hydrology, Water Resources, and Mining)
- Other Sciences (e.g., Physics, Mathematics, Computer Sciences, Chemistry, Biochemistry, and Biosciences)
- Mathematics: An upper school training in mathematics (e.g., AS, A-level, or Scottish Higher in Mathematics) or an equivalent in your degree course covering basic calculus is sufficient. If you lack these qualifications, the program offers pre-course mathematics tuition and revision sessions.
Language Proficiency Requirements:
- Standard English language requirements apply:
- IELTS: 6.0 overall with no less than 5.5 in any band
- TOEFL: 80 overall with no less than 19 in Reading, 19 in Listening, 21 in Speaking, and 19 in Writing
- Pearson Test of English (PTE) including online: Academic 64 with no less than 59 in all four skills
- Cambridge English (exams taken from 2015): Advanced – minimum overall score of 169, with no less than 162 in any component
