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Earth Science & Atmospheric Science Masters Programmes

School of Earth and EnvironmentFACULTY OF ENVIRONMENT

Studying Earth Sciences at LeedsThe School of Earth and Environment at Leeds is one of the largest and most vibrant in the country.

Excellent career prospects• A Masters degree is often required by employers inspecialist areas such as Engineering Geology, ExplorationGeophysics and Structural Geology and can provide youwith much better employment prospects thanundergraduate studies alone.

• We have an excellent employment track record, withalmost 100% of Earth Science graduates gaining relevantemployment.

• All programmes include a substantial project, giving youthe opportunity to work directly with industry, or within aspecialist research team within the School.

Links with industry • The industrial experience of many teaching staff as wellas contributions from spinout companies helps providecontext to the courses.

• We have close links with industry and you will benefitfrom regular visits by company representatives.

Research-led teaching • We have one of the largest research groups of earth, environmentaland social scientists in the UK and internationally.

• Our programmes are led by staff within four of the School’sResearch Institutes; the Earth Surface Science Institute (ESSI), theInstitute of Applied Geoscience (IAG), the Institute for Climate andAtmospheric Science (ICAS) and the Institute of Geophysics andTectonics (IGT).

• Research based learning means you will interact with staff who areat the cutting edge of research world-wide and your studies will bebased on research happening now.

• You will be equipped with the knowledge, skills and experience tohelp you succeed.

Visit our website for further information about our School and itsworld-leading research groups: www.see.leeds.ac.uk/research

FacilitiesYou will be based in the state-of-the-artSchool of Earth and Environment buildingand benefit from purpose-built laboratories,dedicated MSc teaching rooms with high-end computers running industry standardsoftware, and a 3D visualisation suite.

Substantial investment in geophysicalsurvey equipment within the School meansthat you can demonstrate and practise arange of techniques effectively in the field.

You will also have access to a suite oflaboratories including dedicated computerlabs with state-of-the-art and industrystandard software, and access toexperimental laboratories with research and industry standard equipment.

International studentsLeeds is ranked 1st among participatingRussell Group Universities for internationalstudent satisfaction in the ISB (InternationalStudent Barometer – Autumn 2012).

Leeds welcomes international students andactively seeks to recruit students fromacross the world. Our courses provide youwith an international standard of Mastersqualification in 12 months rather than 24.We recognise that moving to a new andunknown country is a major transition andcan be quite daunting. For this reason, theUniversity of Leeds guarantees you a placein our accommodation, provides orientationsessions on arrival, ongoing support duringyour time at Leeds, and extra support forEnglish language at the University’sLanguage Centre.

For more information visit:www.leeds.ac.uk/accommodationwww.leeds.ac.uk/internationalwww.leeds.ac.uk/languages

You can also obtain additional in-countryassistance from our overseas representatives: www.leeds.ac.uk/countryspecificinformation

How to applyFor more information on the courses visit theSchool website where you will also find detailsof the application process in the ‘How to Apply’ section:www.see.leeds.ac.uk/masters

Alternatively, applications can be made onlinevia the University website:www.leeds.ac.uk/students/apply.htm

Applications are accepted year round althoughwe recommend international students apply nolater than the end of May.

Entry requirementsUK Bachelor Degree (with a classification of 2:1 or better), or equivalent qualification. Matureapplicants without a first degree or with a lowerdegree classification may be considered on thebasis of their relevant industry experience andtheir potential for benefiting from the programme.

A proficiency in mathematics to a good A levelstandard or equivalent is desirable and essentialfor the MSc Exploration Geophysics.

If you’re not sure if your international or EUdegree is equivalent to a UK degree, check ourSchool website for details or contact the Schoolfor advice.

English languagerequirementsIf your first language is not English, you must provide evidence of your languageproficiency. This is normally in the form of a recent test certificate.

We accept IELTS and other recognisedalternatives, for further details please visit:www.see.leeds.ac.uk/elr

See also the University’s Language Centrewebpages: www.leeds.ac.uk/languages

Fees and scholarshipsFees are listed on the School website: www.see.leeds.ac.uk/masters-fees

The School offers a number of scholarshipsto help towards your tuition fees. Forinformation on these and other University ofLeeds and Industry scholarships andbursaries visit:www.see.leeds.ac.uk/scholarships

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The School has an excellent reputation for world-classresearch and innovative teaching. We are ranked second inthe UK for Research Power (Research Assessment Exercise2008) and in the top ten in Europe for academic reputationin Earth Science (QS World Rankings 2014).

We offer a range of Earth Science vocational MSc coursesas well as a Masters by Research (MRes) in Climate andAtmospheric Science and host national research centres inatmospheric sciences; observation and modelling ofearthquakes, volcanoes and tectonics; polar observation andmodelling; as well as the university’s climate and geohazardservices hub; and centre for integrated petroleumengineering and geoscience.

We are a multi-cultural School attracting researchers andpostgraduate students across the world, connectingnationalities, expertise and experience from Eurasia, Europe,Africa, Australia and North and South America.

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I was offered a job with BP during the MSc and have just started working

as a geophysicist. The MSc has been invaluable so far!

Caroline Selwood, MSc Exploration Geophysics

MSc ExplorationGeophysicsGeophysics is the remote study of the Earth’s interior through physicaltechniques – principally analysing seismic data, but also applying gravity,magnetic, radar, electrical and electromagnetic methods.

In industry, it is a key tool for resourceexploration (whether for hydrocarbons,minerals, or groundwater) and forenvironmental and engineering siteinvestigation.

This course will provide you with a broadrange of practical skills underpinned bya scientific understanding that equipsyou to become a professional in theareas of exploration or engineering.

The course is industry-focused, butacademically grounded and you willbenefit from the contributions andexpertise of a large and activegeophysics research group.

Key factsStart DateSeptember

Duration of MSc12 months (full-time)

Key features• Accredited by the Geological Society of London.

• Four-month individual research project –most in association with industry, many onplacement at a company.

• Dedicated, high-spec, computer lab.

• Extensive, modern geophysical surveyequipment pool.

• Established for 50 years.

• Comprehensive links with industry throughsponsorship, projects, company visits andinput from industry experts.

• Virtually 100% graduate employment.Geophysics is generally a well remuneratedcareer with starting salaries of ≥£35k pa being common.

• A variety of scholarship schemes available forUK/EU students including fully funded placeson the course thanks to major oil companiessuch as Apache, BG Group, BP, Chevron,ConocoPhillips, ION, Maersk, Nexen, Shell,TGS, TOTAL.

ModulesSix compulsory modules (including anindividual research project) and either all themodules from the hydrocarbon geophysicsstream or the environment/engineeringgeophysics stream.

Compulsory modules:• Generic Geophysics Skills and Seismic Fundamentals

• Gravity and Magnetic Methods• Near-Surface Geophysics• Seismic Reflection Acquisition and Processing• Time Series Analysis and Inverse Theory• Individual Research Project.

Hydrocarbon geophysics stream modules:• Petrophysics and Geophysical Reservoir Evaluation

• Seismic Reflection Interpretation andSequence Stratigraphy

• Structure and Hydrocarbon Prospectivity of Basins.

Environmental/Engineering geophysics stream modules:• Engineering Geology and Geophysics• Hydrogeology and Contaminant Processes• Seismic Reflection Interpretation andBorehole Logging.

Contact usVisit the School website:www.see.leeds.ac.uk/masters

Programme Manager:Dr Roger ClarkEmail: [email protected]: +44 (0) 113 343 5221

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MSc in Structural Geology with GeophysicsWhereas ‘petroleum geoscience’ courses provide broad training in all aspects ofpetroleum geology, this course focuses on understanding the geology behindbasin evolution and use of 3D and 4D thinking in geological contexts.

You will gain a fundamentalunderstanding of the hydrocarbonsystem and an appreciation of both thegeological and geophysical constraintswith respect to seismic interpretationand model building, allowing you to usegeophysical techniques to solvegeological problems.

The course provides you with training inall aspects of applied structural geologyand seismic techniques for direct entryinto the hydrocarbons or miningindustries, or alternatively into PhDresearch. As capable seismicinterpreters you will be able tocontribute in an industry role from day one.

Key features• The only applied structural geology MSc in the UK.

• Excellent graduate employment rates withaverage starting salaries in the petroleum or mining industries of £35k.

• Research-led teaching with direct links toactive applied research.

• Access to high-spec computing facilities andindustry-standard software.

• Substantial amount of fieldwork that is fullyintegrated with class-room teaching.

• Hydrocarbon and mining module options available.

• Three-month individual research project – mostin association with an exploration companywhere students have the opportunity to workalongside geoscience professionals in theoffices of industrial partners.

• A variety of scholarship schemes available forUK/EU students including fully funded placeson the course thanks to major oil companiessuch as BP, ConocoPhillips, Maersk Oil,Midland Valley Exploration Plc and Shell UK.

ModulesEight compulsory modules (including anindividual research project) and one of twooptional modules.

Compulsory modules:• Petrophysics and Geophysical Reservoir Evaluation

• Applied Geophysical Methods• Seismic Reflection Interpretation andSequence Stratigraphy

• Applied Structural Models• Geomechanics and Fault Modelling• Applied Geodynamics and Basin Evolution• 3D Structure: Techniques and Visualisation• Individual Research Project.

Optional modules:• Ore Deposits and their Exploitation• Reservoir Structural Geology andHydrocarbon Prospectivity of Basins.

Key factsStart DateSeptember

Duration of MSc12 months (full-time)

Contact usVisit the School website:www.see.leeds.ac.uk/masters

Programme Manager:Dr Taija TorvelaEmail: [email protected]: +44 (0) 113 343 6620

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The course is excellent, its balance isgood and its material directly relevant to

industry; ‘world class’ in its field.

Dr Rod Graham, External Examiner, 2006-10; Former Global Adviser, Hess

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MSc EngineeringGeology Engineering geology is the application of geological principles to Civil and MiningEngineering, and includes aspects of engineering geomorphology, Quaternarygeology, contaminated land, risk analysis and geohazard management.

I feel that the MSc has set me up perfectly for entering into industry.

The course was technically challenging,but I wouldn‘t be where I am, andwouldn’t have the opportunities

I currently have ahead of me, without the MSc. I would certainly do it again.

Rob Anderson, AECOM, Hong Kong

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In our rapidly developing societies it isvital that we design and build in amanner which is safe, environmentallysensitive and cost effective. From thedesign of site investigations through tothe assessment of major geologicalhazards, engineering geologists play akey role in the provision of appropriateand effective development.

This course will provide you with trainingin both engineering geology and relatedgeotechnical subjects and will equip youwith the knowledge and skills requiredto pursue a career in groundengineering.

Key features• The course is accredited as further learningthrough the Institution of Civil Engineers anda European Accredited Engineering Program.

• Four-month individual dissertation project oftencarried out in co-operation with organisationsoutside the University such as consultingengineers, civil engineering contractors andlocal authorities.

• Close industry links including workshops,seminars and site visits.

• Research-led teaching.

• Excellent employment prospects attractingsalaries between £25,000 and £60,000 p.a.

• A range of industry scholarships available forUK/EU students funded by companies such as Atkins, Halcrow, Mott MacDonald and Wardell Armstrong.

ModulesSeven compulsory modules (including anindividual dissertation project).

Compulsory modules:• Geological Models and Ground Investigation• Hazards, Resilience and SustainableEngineering

• Hydrogeology and Contaminant Processes• Laboratory and Field Skills• Rock Engineering• Soils Engineering• Individual Dissertation Project.

Key factsStart DateSeptember

Duration of MSc12 months (full-time)24 months (part-time)

Contact usVisit the School website:www.see.leeds.ac.uk/masters

Programme Manager:Dr Jared WestEmail: [email protected]: +44 (0) 113 343 5253

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MRes Climate andAtmospheric ScienceThis course is designed to prepare you in the physical sciences and mathematicsfor a research career in climate, atmospheric or environmental sciences. It bridges the gap between undergraduate studies and study for a PhD.

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The MRes gave me an improved scientificgrounding through lectures and

assessments and also an appetite for furtherresearch through not only my dissertationproject, but also involvement in the wideracademic community. For instance, oneinvaluable experience was flying over theSahara as part of an international scienceproject. The breadth of experiences hassuccessfully led me into my PhD at the

University of Manchester.

Eoghan Darbyshire

The course gives you an overviewof physical problems in climate andatmospheric science, a soundunderstanding of natural processes, and the skills needed to conductresearch in these subjects. There is astrong emphasis on quantitative datainterpretation and physical andnumerical modelling.

Applications are equally as welcome ifyou already have an environmentalscience or meteorology background; theMRes programme will continue to buildupon this knowledge base.

Key features• World-class research, teaching andlaboratory facilities.

• Research-led teaching.

• UK and overseas fieldwork.

• Collaboration with external research partnerssuch as the Met Office, British AntarcticSurvey, National Centre for AtmosphericScience and international universities.

• Excellent and varied career prospects fromprogressing to further PhD studies to research positions in universities, governmentand industry.

ModulesFour compulsory modules (including anindividual research project).

In the ‘super modules’ you can choose from anexpansive range of ‘atmospheric’ or ‘climatescience’ options.

Compulsory modules:• Research Skills – Introductory coursework;Atmospheric fieldwork; project proposal;seminar write-ups and presentation skills

• Quantitative Skills (Super Module) –Computer based project; coursework

• Specialist Knowledge (Super Module) –Literature Survey; Coursework

• Individual Research Project – accounts forover 60% of the course content and is oftenclosely linked to active research programmesin the School’s Institute for Climate andAtmospheric Science.

Key factsStart DateSeptember

Duration of MSc12 months (full-time)

Contact usVisit the School website:www.see.leeds.ac.uk/masters

Programme Manager:Dr Jim McQuaidEmail: [email protected]: +44 (0) 113 343 6724

Taught Postgraduate Admissions OfficeSchool of Earth and Environment, University of Leeds

Leeds, United Kingdom LS2 9JTTel. +44 (0)113 343 8109 Fax. +44 (0)113 343 5259

Email. [email protected]

August 2014

The University endeavours to ensure that the information contained in this brochure isaccurate at the date of publication and does not accept liability for any inaccuraciescontained within it. Where circumstances change outside the reasonable control of theUniversity, we reserve the right to change or cancel parts of, or entire programmes of study orservices at any time without liability, even after students have registered at the University. TheUniversity's contract with its students does not confer third party benefits for the purposes ofthe Contract (Rights of Third Parties) Act 1999.