Course details
Course description
With one of the most established soil science centres in Europe, Aberdeen is proud to maintain this MSc programme that teaches characterisation and basic properties of soils, combined with state-of-the-art techniques. The University of Aberdeen has been producing high quality Soil Science graduates for over 60 years, with world leading researchers, renowned consultants and senior government staff amongst our alumni. You will receive intensive training in soil and environmental sciences, with a large focus on field and laboratory based teaching. Our department maintains expertise in all core areas of soil science (biology, chemistry, physics and pedology), so you can be assured of teaching by experts in the field. The final component of the MSc is a research project, conducted under the supervision of either departmental staff or institutions and agencies with whom we have close links.
The MSc Soil Science aims to provide you with:
- A fundamental understanding of the nature and properties of soils.
- An ability to apply knowledge in academic and real world contexts, such as food security or environmental sustainability.
- Opportunities to learn from world renowned researchers from a range of specific topics in soil science.
Subjects
- Soil science
- Science
- Earth sciences
- Agricultural biology
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Agricultural biochemistry
- Environmental science
- Physics
- Crop science
- Environmental sustainability
- Soil geology
- Soil chemistry
- Food economics
- International security
- Pollution
- Environmental protection
- Environmental management
Entry requirements
A UK 2:1 honours degree (or international equivalent), in a biological, environmental or physical science, geography, or other relevant subject; applicants with a 2:2 (or equivalent), particularly with some relevant experience, may also be considered. We also consider individuals with degrees in a wider range of disciplines who are clearly motivated by the programme and have some relevant experience.
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Course details
Full time
12th Sep 2022 to 12th Sep 2023
Cost: £11,800.00 (ex. VAT)
Venue details
Main Site
University Office
Regent Walk
King's College
Aberdeen
AB24 3FX