An honours degree (normally at lower second class or better) in a relevant discipline (e.g. BSc Geography, Environmental Science, Geological Sciences, Geotechnical or Civil Engineering) OR overseas equivalent. If you apply with a recent lower second-class degree along with relevant industry experience, this will also be considered. If you apply without recent formal qualifications, but with relevant industry experience you will also be considered.

A minimum grade C in English Language at GCSE level OR a minimum overall score of 6.5 in IELTS with no less than 5.5 in any component.

We welcome applicants with international qualifications. To view other accepted qualifications please refer to our tariff glossary.

For an informal enquiry, please contact Dr Matt Bailey Ross by email.

An honours degree (2:1 or above) in a relevant discipline or overseas equivalent.

If you have overseas qualifications you can check their comparability with the UK equivalent through ECCTIS, who provide an advisory service.

English language requirements

If your first language is not English then evidence of English proficiency is required. For further advice on the appropriateness of overseas qualification and proficiency in the use of English, please contact our International Office .

The minimum IELTS score for acceptable English proficiency for entry is 6.5 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in each element.

We welcome applicants with international qualifications. To view other accepted qualifications please refer to our tariff glossary.