36 monthsProgramme duration
44,400 GBPTuition Fee/year
13 Jan, 2027Application Deadline
SepStarting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Geophysics
Degree
BSc
Study Level
Bachelor's
Study Mode
On Campus
Geophysics is the study of the physical process that shape the Earth, including its composition, evolution and dynamics. We tackle this through a multidisciplinary course ranging from understanding Earth materials, through the internal processes that drive plate tectonics, volcanoes and earthquakes, to understanding atmosphere, weather and climate. This provides a firm foundation in geology, physics, mathematics and computing.
In their first two years all students study a common geophysics syllabus covering the fundamentals of mathematics, mechanics, electricity and magnetism, Earth materials, structural geology and tectonics, global geophysics and Earth processes. Theoretical studies are integrated with a large element of illustrative practical work both in the laboratory and in the field.
In the third year there are more advanced modules in seismology, geodynamics and global tectonics and there is the opportunity to specialise in, for example, the environmental aspects of the subject such as groundwater resources.
We take a modern approach to teaching, with modules based around laboratory practicals and theory workshops. Fieldwork provides the opportunity to develop independent and team skills and problem-solving abilities.
The BSc course is almost identical to the first three years of the MSci course.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Geophysics
Degree
BSc
Study Level
Bachelor's
Study Mode
On Campus
Geophysics is the study of the physical process that shape the Earth, including its composition, evolution and dynamics. We tackle this through a multidisciplinary course ranging from understanding Earth materials, through the internal processes that drive plate tectonics, volcanoes and earthquakes, to understanding atmosphere, weather and climate. This provides a firm foundation in geology, physics, mathematics and computing.
In their first two years all students study a common geophysics syllabus covering the fundamentals of mathematics, mechanics, electricity and magnetism, Earth materials, structural geology and tectonics, global geophysics and Earth processes. Theoretical studies are integrated with a large element of illustrative practical work both in the laboratory and in the field.
In the third year there are more advanced modules in seismology, geodynamics and global tectonics and there is the opportunity to specialise in, for example, the environmental aspects of the subject such as groundwater resources.
We take a modern approach to teaching, with modules based around laboratory practicals and theory workshops. Fieldwork provides the opportunity to develop independent and team skills and problem-solving abilities.
The BSc course is almost identical to the first three years of the MSci course.
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