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Overview
In this Earth and Planetary Surface and Internal Processes online course at the University of Aberdeen, you’ll learn to apply techniques and understanding of geology and geophysics on Earth to other solid-surface objects in the Solar System.
You’ll develop your understanding of:
- geological processes operating at and below the surfaces of planets and their satellites
- geophysical processes used to investigate the internal structure of planets
- how planets and their contents behave and evolve over time.
Careers
This course is valuable learning for career progression within:
- the space sector
- planetary sciences
- government consultancy
- research in academia, public, or private research institutions
Programme Structure
You’ll cover topics including:- volcanism on the terrestrial planets
- geological and geochemical mapping of the lunar surface
- lunar geology from returned samples
- geochemical composition of the Moon rocks
- models for Moon evolution, including the Lunar Magma Ocean
- Venusian mantle plumes and their surface expression
- the meteorite record of terrestrial planetary compositions
- comparative geochemical evolution of the terrestrial planets, and
- isotopic constraints on the chemical evolution of the solar system
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 3 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
Language
English
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Credits
15 alternative credits
Delivered
Online
Campus Location
- Aberdeen, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Earth Sciences Geology View 7 other Short Courses in Geology in United KingdomWhat students do after studying
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Duolingo English Test 120
TOEFL® IBT OR
90
PTE Academic 62
IELTS 6.5
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Other requirements
General requirements
This course has no formal entry requirements. You decide if it’s suitable for you.
The course is delivered at Masters level. At this level, for this course, you’d usually have at least:
- a 2:2 UK honours degree (or equivalent), or
- relevant experience that supports this level of study.
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents1395 GBP / full≈ 1395 GBP / full -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents1395 GBP / full≈ 1395 GBP / full
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