Soil Science, MSc

The University of Aberdeen has been producing high quality Soil Science graduates for over 60 years, with world leading researchers, renowned consultants and senior government staff amongst our alumni. You will receive intensive training in soil and environmental sciences, with a large focus on field and laboratory based teaching. Our School maintains expertise in all core areas of soil science (biology, chemistry, physics and pedology), so you can be assured of teaching by experts in the field. The final component of the MSc is a research project, conducted under the supervision of either departmental staff or institutions and agencies with whom we have close links. The MSc Soil Science aims to provide you with: A fundamental understanding of the nature and properties of soils. An ability to apply knowledge in academic and real world contexts, such as food security or environmental sustainability. Opportunities to learn from world renowned researchers from a range of specific topics in soil science. The prestigious Queen's Anniversary Prize was granted to the University of Aberdeen for world-leading research and education in Soil Science promoting the control of greenhouse gas emissions and sustainable food production. Our scientists have established a world-leading centre of excellence in Soil Science which strives to find solutions to some of society’s greatest threats including the climate crisis and environmental change. More details: https://www.abdn.ac.uk/study/postgraduate-taught/degree-programmes/304/soil-science/