University of East Anglia

MSci Geophysics with a Year Abroad

University of East AngliaNorwich Research Park, Norwich

Course overview

Our integrated MSci Geophysics degree with a year abroad 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 the impact? Why do we experience extreme weather?

How can we make the transition to sustainable and secure energy? With geophysics integrated Master’s degree at UEA, you’ll explore geophysics at an advanced level 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 way 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. Plus, you'll spend a year living and studying at one of our partner universities in Australasia, North America or Europe. Geophysics 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. The degree wil

Key highlights

  • Year studying at a partner university in Australasia, North America or Europe
  • Combines solid earth geophysics, marine science and atmospheric science
  • Modules range from geophysical hazards to ocean systems and geo-resources
  • Explores volcanoes, earthquake forecasting, extreme weather and sustainable energy
  • Develops key geophysical skills through fieldwork and interdisciplinary study
  • Integrated Master's studying geophysics at an advanced level across the Earth system

Entry requirements

  • International Baccalaureate: 33 — overall including HL5 in Math
  • Scottish Advanced Highers: BBC — to include including Mathematics
  • Scottish Highers: AAAAA — to include including Mathematics
  • Irish Leaving Certificate — 4 subjects at H2, 2 subjects at H3 including Mathematics

Careers this course leads to

  • Geophysicist
  • Seismologist
  • Natural hazards analyst
  • Renewable energy geoscientist
  • Environmental consultant
  • Exploration geophysicist

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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