Bachelor of Science in Geophysical Sciences

at University of Southampton - Highfield Campus United Kingdom

Overview

Apply your interest in physics to discover how the Earth works. At Southampton, BSc Geophysical Sciences is a wide-ranging degree, which combines many disciplines. We have strong links with industry, excellent facilities and offer many fieldwork opportunities. You'll graduate with the knowledge and skills that companies value.

Geophysics is the science of applying physical principles to help us understand our world. You'll work across maths, physics, and geology, and can take modules in astronomy, geography, and archaeology.

At Southampton, you'll learn about current geophysics and gain a range of geophysical, geological and mathematical skills. These include practical field skills and computer programming.

You can choose module options dedicated to particular areas, such as:

  • our unique module in seafloor exploration
  • tides and waves
  • mantle melting and the formation of volcanoes
  • environmental impact assessments

As part of this geophysical science course you'll:

  • study at our pioneering research institution and waterfront campus, the National Oceanography Centre Southampton (NOCS)
  • use our modern, industry-standard, labs and teaching equipment, including the National Oceanographic Library
  • take field courses in the UK and abroad, where you'll design and carrying out your own surveys
  • benefit from our many links to geophysics and geology companies

This geophysical sciences degree is accredited by The Geological Society of London. This means that our teaching is of the highest quality and has been approved by an independent body of academics and industrialists.

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Full Time On Campus

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36

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University of Southampton - Highfield Campus

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Bachelor of Science in Geophysical Sciences Assistant Fee

$23720

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Bachelor of Science in Geophysical Sciences Admissions Requirements

  • Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted for this program, students must have Standard XII Higher Secondary Certificate.

     

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30

Application Processing Days

Full Time On Campus

Program Intensity

Under Graduate

Program Level

36

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