University of East Anglia

BSc (Hons) Geophysics

University of East AngliaNorwich Research Park, Norwich

Course overview

Our BSC Geophysics is designed for curious minds eager to explore the dynamic forces shaping our planet. Geophysics merges the power of physics, mathematics, and earth sciences, offering you a unique opportunity to make a real impact on our changing world. Geophysics at UEA combines our strengths in solid earth geophysics, marine science, and atmospheric science.

This programme explores questions such as: What happens inside a volcano? How can we forecast earthquakes and mitigate their impact? Why do we experience extreme weather?

How can we make the transition to sustainable and secure energy? With a geophysics degree at UEA, you’ll explore geophysics in the context of the entire Earth system. You’ll study the Earth’s many processes, from the seas and skies to the deep interior, and learn about the ways they shape our environment.

You’ll have the choice of a wide range of diverse modules, spanning from geophysical hazards to ocean system and geo-resources for a sustainable future. Geophysics degree offers practical solutions to some of the most significant challenges facing our planet, such as environmental sustainability, resource exploration, and natural hazard assessment. At UEA, you’ll develop key geophysical skills through exciting fieldwork and interdisciplinary study.

This degree will unlock a wide range of career paths, from working in environmental consulting and energy exploration to contributing to future-shaping research in academia. Geophysics graduates from UE

Key highlights

  • Combines solid earth geophysics, marine science and atmospheric science
  • Studies Earth processes from seas and skies to the deep interior
  • Modules span geophysical hazards, ocean systems and sustainable geo-resources
  • Develops key geophysical skills through fieldwork and interdisciplinary study
  • Tackles environmental sustainability, resource exploration and natural hazard assessment

Entry requirements

  • International Baccalaureate: 32 — overall including HL5 in Math
  • Scottish Advanced Highers: BCC — to include including Mathematics
  • Scottish Highers: AAABB — to include including A in Mathematics
  • Irish Leaving Certificate — 3 subjects at H2, 3 subjects at H3 including Mathematics

Careers this course leads to

  • Geophysicist
  • Environmental consultant
  • Exploration geophysicist
  • Natural hazards analyst
  • Research scientist

Cost of study

UK/Home: £9,790 per year | International: £29,300 per year

Admission

Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of East Anglia, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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