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University of Oxford, Department of Earth Sciences

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Currently accredited degree programmes

1st degrees (currently accredited)

  • BA Geology
  • MESc Earth Sciences 

 Date accreditation (begins - expires): June 2024 - June 2030

Formerly accredited degree programmes

1st degrees (formerly accredited)

For students graduating from July 2007 onwards:

  • BA Geology

For students graduating from July 2008 onwards:

  • MESc Earth Sciences, continuing from July 2013 as MESc Earth Sciences (Accredited pathway), continuing from July 2016 as MESc Earth Sciences

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For any questions regarding the Accreditation Scheme please email our Accreditation Officer Andy Saunders

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Last updated November 2025