Embark on a journey through Earth's history with the Geology with Palaeontology with a Year Abroad BSc at the University of Leicester. This degree is designed for curious minds eager to understand the deep past and its profound connections to our present and future, exploring how life has evolved alongside geological processes. You will delve into the fossil record, uncovering the secrets of evolutionary diversity, ancient climates, and the environments that preserve these invaluable clues. This programme offers a comprehensive grounding in geoscience, preparing you for a future where understanding Earth's systems is increasingly critical.
You will study this undergraduate degree full-time on campus over four years, including a dedicated year abroad to broaden your global perspective. Your learning will be hands-on, featuring extensive fieldwork in diverse locations such as Spain, Anglesey, and the Lake District, alongside laboratory analysis and a significant independent field-based project or dissertation. You will develop expertise in areas like palaeobiology, geochemistry, and structural geology, graduating with a robust skill set ready for careers in environmental consultancy, the energy sector, museums, or further academic research.