Bachelor of Science (Earth and Ocean Sciences)
College of Science
Key facts
Entry requirements
Minimum HC3 in two subjects and passes in four other subjects at H or O Level in the Leaving Certificate including: Irish, English, Mathematics, a laboratory science subject (i.e. Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Physics with Chemistry (joint) or Agricultural Science) and any two other subjects recognised for entry purposes.
Duration:
4 years
Next start date: September 2012
Entry points(2011): 365
A Level Grades (2011): ABB (A-Level)
Average intake: 17
Course overview
Earth and Ocean Sciences extend over a diverse range of scientific disciplines, including Geology, Geophysics, Oceanography and Environmental Geoscience. The course is designed to allow students to follow one or more of these streams, including relevant field studies, to degree level. The applications of Earth and Ocean Sciences underpin many of the needs of our contemporary industries and technological society, while highlighting an awareness of monitoring and protecting the natural environment.
Course outline
Year 1
- Introduction to Earth and Ocean Sciences
- Plus three from the following:
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Computer Science
- Physics
- Mathematics
- Applied Mathematics
Year 2
- Earth and Ocean Sciences
- Introduction to Field Techniques
- Plus one from the following:
- Botany
- Chemistry
- Physics
- Applied Mathematical Science
- Zoology
Year 3
- Earth and Ocean Sciences
- Field Techniques and Computing in EOS
- Plus a choice from a number of other modules
Year 4
- Climate Change, Energy, and Resource Management
- EOS Field Project, Honours thesis and field trip/ research cruise
- EOS Advanced courses
Further education
Honours graduates can pursue higher degrees in a wide range of related disciplines.
Find out more
The College of Science
T 353 (0)91 492 266
F 353 (0)91 494 578
E michael.williams@nuigalway.ie
www.nuigalway.ie/eos
CAO code
GY314
Fees for this course
EU (Total): €7,492
- Tuition: €5,268
- Student contribution: €2,000
- Student levy: €224
Non-EU (Total): €13,750
Current Students
Bill Wood
BSc (Earth and Ocean Sciences)
"..I chose NUI Galway because of the great choice of subjects available through my degree. No other university offers such flexibility for students in this subject area. This becomes increasingly important as you develop during your third level education. There is great interaction between staff and students at NUI Galway. I would definitely encourage those with an interest in science or natural sciences to pursue this course. The standard of education offered here is of the highest quality..."
