Program Overview

Overview of the Geography and Geoscience Program

The Geography and Geoscience program at Trinity College Dublin is a four-year, full-time course that leads to a B.A. (Moderatorship) Honours Bachelor Degree (NFQ Level 8). This multi-disciplinary program is designed to address critical challenges facing the Earth system and humanity in the 21st century. It integrates knowledge from the physical, chemical, biological, and social sciences to develop novel insights into Earth system function and human-environment interactions.

Structure of the Program

The program is structured into four years, with the first and second years providing a broad grounding in both Geography and Geoscience. The third and fourth years allow students to deepen their knowledge in specialist areas while further developing a portfolio of practical and technical skills.

First and Second Years

In the first and second years, students acquire a broad grounding in both Geography and Geoscience, with an emphasis on physical geography, geology, and human-environment interactions. They learn about topical issues such as climate change, natural hazards, energy, sustainability, and natural resources.

Third and Fourth Years

In the third and fourth years, students deepen their knowledge in specialist areas, such as:

• Geomorphology
• Globalisation
• Sustainability
• Volcanology
• Palaeontology
• Earth resources

Admission Requirements

To be eligible for the program, applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Leaving Certificate: H6 or O4 in Mathematics and H4 in two of Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Physics/Chemistry, Geology, Geography, Computer Science, Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, or Agricultural Science
• GCSE: Grade B/6 in Mathematics
• Advanced GCE (A-Level): Grade C in two of Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Physics/Chemistry, Geology, Geography, Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, or Agricultural Science
• International Baccalaureate: SL Grade 5 Mathematics and HL Grade 5 in two of Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Physics/Chemistry, Geology, Geography, Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, or Agricultural Science

English Language Requirements

All applicants to Trinity College Dublin are required to provide official evidence of proficiency in the English language. Applicants to this course are required to meet Band B (Standard Entry) English language requirements.

Course Fees

For a full list of undergraduate fees, please refer to the Trinity College Dublin website.

Career Opportunities

Geography and Geoscience graduates are highly valued for their cross-disciplinary expertise, adaptability, and experience of dealing with complex spatial or multi-variate datasets. They can pursue lucrative and personally rewarding careers in:

• Environmental, engineering, and geological consultancies
• Mineral exploration companies
• The hydrocarbon industry
• Environmental planning
• Overseas development
• Government geological surveys
• Teaching and research

Related Courses

Related courses include:

• Biological and Biomedical Sciences
• Chemical Sciences
• Physical Sciences

Dual B.A. Programme

The Dual B.A. Programme between Trinity College Dublin and Columbia University is also available for students interested in studying History of Art and Architecture. However, this program is only open to Single Honours students, and Joint Honours students cannot apply. The admissions process includes a review of the applicant's academic history, letters of recommendation, an essay, and an interview conducted in English. Standardized test scores (SAT/ACT) can be submitted but are not required for 2025 entry. Applications are reviewed by a joint committee with representatives from both institutions. EU applicants to the Dual B.A. Programme must also apply to and receive an offer from their chosen program at Trinity through the Central Applications Office (CAO).