Our single honours and joint honours (major) Geology courses are accredited by The Geological Society, which means you’ll satisfy the first stage of professional training to become a Chartered Geologist. Derby is close to some of the most outstanding geological sites of the British Isles, making it a prime location to study. We provide our first year students with free basic field equipment, including a compass clinometer, hand lens, hard hat, high-visibility jacket, professional field notebook, and copies of the British Geological Survey geological map of the UK.
Geology is the study of the Earth, what it´s made up of, the processes that are taking place on and within it, and the essential resources it provides. It includes the study of organisms that have lived on our planet and how Earth has evolved with time. During this course you´ll develop the professional skills, theory and practical experience you´ll need for a wide range of careers. You´ll learn through lectures and laboratory-based practical sessions, and receive training in the use of industry standard geological equipment.