Planetary Geology (Certificate of Higher Education with Distance Learning option) - 2013/2014 entry
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Overview
- Planetary geology is an area of increasing interest, as we make new discoveries about our solar system with each planetary mission. You will learn about the geology of different planetary bodies and satellites and the geological processes that have occurred. You will also receive basic training in earth sciences and use the results of recent planetary mapping to understand the nature of other terrestrial bodies within the inner solar system (Mercury, Venus, Mars and the Moon) and the rocky/icy satellites of the outer planets. This flexible course is offered part-time at Birkbeck, or you can study by distance learning.
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Course structure and modules
To gain the Certificate of Higher Education, you must successfully complete the following modules, worth a total of 120 credit points.
Year 1
3 core modules:
- Introduction to Geology (30 credits) (EASC001S4)
- Geology of the Solar System I: Introduction to Planetary and Lunar Geology (15 credits) (SCES009H4)
- Foundations of Astronomy (15 credits) (SCES001H4).
Year 2
2 core modules (both 15 credits):
- Geology of the Solar System II: Beyond the Earth-Moon System (SCES010H5)
- Introduction to Astrobiology (EASC064H5).
and a choice of 2 modules (all 15 credits) from:
- Introduction to Geochemistry (EASC038H4)
- Foundations of Mineralogy (EASC057H4)
- Geophysics (EASC005H5)
- Assessed Field Techniques 1 (EASC053H5).
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Further study opportunities
You can go on to BSc degrees or Birkbeck's Graduate Certificate in Geology.
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How to apply/enrol
Programme application certificate: you apply online for this certificate in the same way as for a degree course.
You must complete an application form and must apply for the whole programme.
We suggest you apply as early as possible. Interviews by arrangement.
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Planetary Geology (Certificate of Higher Education), 2-year, part-time, 2013/4 entry