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Earth Sciences at Royal Holloway

Come and study at one of the leading centres of research and teaching in the UK, a department where knowledge and expertise in earth and environmental sciences is making an impact across the globe.

We offer a wide range of Earth Science degree courses with flexibility to suit your interests across the spectrum of Earth Sciences. These are complemented by an exciting fieldwork programme that helps bring the syllabus to life. Our department is located in a beautiful green campus within easy reach of central London.

Our teaching is inspired by our research, which spans a diverse range of subjects, meaning you will be in touch with the very latest developments in Earth Sciences. From sand grains to solar systems, from microbes to mountains, from isotopes to ice, from the deepest past to the imminent future, you can find something to stimulate you in our varied degree offerings.

We’d love to hear from you! If you have any questions about our degree pathways or the department in general, feel free to contact our admissions lead Prof David Waltham.

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