• Master of Science in Applied Environmental Geology at Cardiff University is a 1-year program.
  • It is an on-campus program offered on a full-time basis.
  • MSc degree in Applied Environmental Geology provides the requisite skills for employment in professional geo-environmental and geotechnical consultancies and government environmental agencies.
  • The course is accredited by the Geological Society.
  • It is fully integrated with the professional development (CPD) lecture program of the South Wales Group of the Geological Society of London.
  • The program embeds student’s skills in professional practice through a 5-month project, usually as part of the placement.
  • There are two stages to the MSc Applied Environmental Geology:
    • Stage 1 lasts for 7 months (September – April), where students will complete taught modules and fieldwork, with significant contributions from industry professionals.
    • Stage 2, which is a 5-month professional project from May to September culminating in a dissertation.
  • For the first 7 months, students will complete taught modules and fieldwork at Cardiff University. After this, they will progress onto a 5-month placement in the UK or overseas.
  • The teaching methods are a mixture of lectures, practical work, and fieldwork.
  • On the course, students will undertake laboratory work in several modules which include standard laboratory tests covering the physical and mechanical properties of soils, and water flow experiments to learn hydrologic and hydrogeologic concepts.
  • The assessment methods, depending on the module. These include exams, coursework, presentations, practical assessment, industrial placement, and dissertation (20,000 words).
  • About 96% of the School's master's graduates were in employment and/ or further study 15 months after the end of their course.