BA in Earth Sciences (Geology)
at Oxford University, Oxford

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BA in Earth Sciences (Geology)
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Oxford University
Overview

The University of Oxford is a popular destination among international UG students interested in starting BA in Earth Sciences (Geology) from abroad. The program lasts for a duration of 3 years. The BA in Earth Sciences (Geology) program is considered part of the top ranked courses in UK. Candidates interested in pursuing the course must meet the eligibility criteria & secure valid scores in exams such as IELTS, TOEFL, PTE and Duolingo. The interested students should fill the form as soon as possible because the application window opens for a short time only. The first year tuition fee for BA in Earth Sciences (Geology) at University of Oxford is around Pound 62,820 (INR 8,122,626). Students must also plan for some other additional costs over the duration of studies such as rent, groceries, books, health insurance, etc. The average estimated cost of living at University of Oxford is around Pound 14,326 (INR 1,852,352).

Duration	3 years
Tuition & Fees	₹84.81 Lakh Get Fees details
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Course Level	UG Degree

BA in Earth Sciences (Geology)

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BA in Earth Sciences (Geology)
at
Oxford University
Fees

For attending the University of Oxford for BA in Earth Sciences (Geology), students have to pay the tuition fee as well as the living expenses. The University of Oxford BA in Earth Sciences (Geology) fee structure varies for domestic and international students.

Foreign students will have to pay Pound 62,820 (INR 8,122,626) for the first-year of study. Other than the annual tuition fee, they will also have to cover the living expenses (includes housing, food, transportation, books and supplies, and other miscellaneous expenses), which is around Pound 14,326 (INR 1,852,352) for overseas students. Based on the student’s lifestyle and purchasing power, the cost of living varies.

Refer to the table below for the breakdown of expenses for the University of Oxford BA in Earth Sciences (Geology) cost of attendance:

1st year tuition fees

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Tuition & fees	INR 84,81,339
Application Fee	INR 3,567

Other expenses in 1st Year

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Hostel & Meals	INR 18,24,927
Insurance	INR 98,851

Calculated at the exchange rate of 1 Pound = INR 127.38568 | Tuition & expenses were last updated on 22ⁿᵈ October 2026

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BA in Earth Sciences (Geology)
at
Oxford University
Entry Requirements

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90%
Applicants must have passed high school

Subject requirement: Candidates must be studying Maths plus Physics or Chemistry to A-level or equivalent

Chemistry or Physics are also highly recommended as a third subject.

Biology, Geology or Further Mathematics can also be helpful to candidates in completing this course.

For the CBSE board, we are aware that students will not know their grades at the point when they are applying.

For CBSE board: Grades A1 A1 A1 A2 A2, with grade A1 in any subjects relevant to the course applied for.

For CISCE board: Overall grade of 90% or more, with grades of at least 95% or above in three subjects (including any relevant to the course applied for) and 85% or above in the other two subjects.

State board examinations NIOS Year XII qualification are not accepted
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TOEFL

No specific cutoff mentioned

PTE

Marks - 76/90
Minimum 66 in Speaking, Listening, Reading and Writing. We do not require particular scores in the Enabling Skills.

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IELTS

Marks - 7.5/9
Minimum score per component is 7.0

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Duolingo

No specific cutoff mentioned

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University may take an interview

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BA in Earth Sciences (Geology)
at
Oxford University
Rankings

Course Ranking

University Ranking

Rank	Rank Publisher
#1	Physics and Astronomy The Complete University Guide, 2027
#1	Physics The Guardian, 2027

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BA in Earth Sciences (Geology)
at
Oxford University
Placements

Particulars	Statistics (2021)
Internship Available	Yes

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Students Ratings & Reviews

4/5

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Student Views (Based on Reviews)

32% students never faced discrimination in this university

Vibe of Campus

Academically oriented

Multi-dimensional

Friendly

Liberal

Internships3.6

Part time work3.6

Post study jobs3.8

Quality of faculty4.4

Student Life4.9

Value for money3.8

Public transportation3.8

Safety4.8

Indian Food4.3

Permanent Immigration3.3

Anonymous

MPhysics - Batch of 2026

4.5

4 years as an undergrad in the University of Oxford

Tips: Before coming here, I was very study-oriented. Now I know everything is important in life. Studying and enjoying should go hand in hand for best productivity. Join clubs and meet new people and explore new ideas. I had the fully funded Reach Oxford Scholarship. The allowance was around 14k GBP per year for living costs. And academic feelings were covered as well. So, I was saving money each year from this. I am very satisfied with all the opportunities and fun I had at this university.

Likes (Post study jobs): Most of my friends and seniors got jobs before completing the degree. Others went on for higher studies to good universities and full funding as well. The networking quality and quantity are excellent, which makes getting jobs a bit easier compared to other universities.

Dislikes (Part time work): In the whole 4 years I found only 2-3 people who did part-time work, especially tutoring. I have never looked much into this either, so I can't guarantee. But I think there are lots of options in Oxford for part-time jobs, both including and excluding tutoring.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 2900

Prepping time for classes30 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound 36000

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2026Read more

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MSc in Mathematical and Theoretical Physics - Batch of 2026

4.4

An Indian student's perspective on studying Physics at Oxford on a full scholarship

Tips: I was lucky enough to get my funding sorted through the Rhodes Scholarship, which is an absolute lifesaver out here. It covers every single cent of the Oxford tuition fees and throws in a monthly stipend of just over £1,500. Honestly, that's more than enough to live comfortably in Oxford without constantly stressing about money. As for the uni itself, the place is an academic pressure cooker. The pace of the course is relentless, but they don't just leave you out to dry—there are plenty of libraries, welfare teams,and departmental resources to help you keep your head above water when the workload piles up. Plus, living and studying alongside a massive, global mix of people completely forces you out of your shell, which does wonders for your communication skills. Looking back at the past year, I’m incredibly happy with how everything turned out. It’s been an intense, unforgettable experience that completely changed how I think, work, and handle life overall.

Likes (Public transportation): Oxford is very well connected with public transport, especially through the network of buses that run across the city. However, most students use a bicycle to commute as this is the most economical option. Nonetheless, Oxford is pretty walkable and also well-connected to the rest of the UK through rail.

Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): You need to keep a serious eye on the timeline if you're doing the M.Sc. in Mathematical and Theoretical Physics at Oxford. Because the course is a super-intense, nine-month sprint, your student visa is usually only capped at 10 or 11 months total. That gives you basically zero breathing room once Trinity term wraps up. If your goal is to stay in the UK long-term and settle down permanently, you have to hustle to secure a proper full-time job and sort out a sponsored work visa. Absolutely none of this happens automatically when you graduate. You don't just get handed a passport with your Oxford degree, so you need to be networking and applying for roles from day one if you want to transition to a Graduate Route visa or a Skilled Worker visa before your student visa cuts you off.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 1200

Prepping time for classes18 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound

Reviewed on 15 Jun 2026Read more

Anonymous

MSc in Evidence-Based Social Intervention and Policy Evaluation - Batch of 2026

2.8

University of Oxford is an academic disneyland.

Tips: Please get scholarships, have funding on your side so that you can take the full experience of studying in college without having to worry about part time jobs. Also, having a very strong academic background, this will help you achieve cutting edge growth rather than catching up growth.

Likes (Student Life): It's the best campus life I have had in the UK. Oxford has over 30 colleges, each with its own college life, dining hall, chaplaincy, common room and events. Even 1 year is not enough to explore all of them. Apart from that, there are so many academic and non academic talks, seminars, and research colloquium organised by every department.

Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): For getting a permanent residency, one needs to stay in the country for 10 years on a work sponsorship which is very difficult. I wouldn't opt for permanent residency. I want to stay here for some time and then go back to developing my country,

Total Monthly ExpensePound 1250

Prepping time for classes50 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound 30175

Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026Read more

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Mbiology - Batch of 2027

4.3

Academically rigorous and fun loving at Oxford.

Tips: It is competitive to get to Oxford, and it makes a lot of sense if you come here with a scholarship. The university is lovely and the environment is encouraging and challenging with rigorous academics. Students usually spend hours in libraries during exam times. However, it is equally fun too.

Likes (Part time work): There are multiple part time jobs for students. Although I don't engage in one myself, half of my friends do, including restaurants, etc. They manage it well and are paid the minimum UK wage, which is around 12 pounds per hour. Hence I think it is not that bad.

Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): The UK requires a minimum stay of around 10 years to get PR, however, it can vary if you get the Global Talent visa. I think I will be going for the latter option after finishing my Ph.D. which offers PR in 5 years. Maybe I will look for PR, given that the opportunities are good.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 1900

Prepping time for classes17 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound 26550

Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026Read more

Anonymous

MSc in Evidence-Based Social Intervention and Policy Evaluation - Batch of 2026

3.6

Oxford is an academic disneyland.

Tips: Please have a complete knowledge of the course that you are studying because it is really competitive and intense. The courses here at Oxford are designed to help students incorporate critical analysis skills, so they are very indulging and mentally demanding.

Likes (Indian Food): There is a street in Cowley Oxford which has all the food options from all the countries. It is locally known as diaspora street! There are restaurants catering to gastronomic needs from across the globe. There are also convenience stores that provide food sourced directly from India at a competitive rate.

Dislikes (Public transportation): The public transportation is not at all reliable. Buses are cancelled frequently. There is no other public mode of transport for students. The black taxis are out of reach, with average fares being GBP 45 for a couple of miles. The minimum bus fares are GBP 2.8 for 1 tap.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 1225

Prepping time for classes45 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound 30725

Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026Read more

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BA in Earth Sciences (Geology)
at
Oxford University
Highlights

BA Earth Sciences (Geology) is offered by Department of Earth Science under University of Oxford, UK.
This a Bachelors level program of a course duration of 3 Years.
Download the brochure to read more details of this course.