Geophysics Imperial

Overview

The modular nature of the Geophysics MSci programme offered at Imperial enables you to gain a solid understanding of geosciences while tailoring your study programme to suit your interests. As the course progresses, you will be able to choose modules from specialist areas such as: surface processes, marine geophysics, volcanism, tectonics and geophysical techniques.

Quick Facts:

• Our Geophysics courses are aimed at students with a particular interest in physics and maths. Geophysicists use maths, physics and computer modelling to understand how the world works.
• Your study reaches Master's level in the fourth year with a choice of advanced modules, a specialist field trip, and a substantial research project. This means that you will require fewer years of work experience than graduates of our BSc degrees to apply for Chartership of the Geological Society.
• Earth Science is increasingly crucial in helping to tackle some of the world’s most significant challenges, so demand for our graduates is high.
• The three-year BSc degree is excellent preparation for careers in geosciences and other professions, especially if followed by a relevant MSc and a research degree. Our four-year MSci degrees provide a deeper understanding of the subject and the chance to undertake a significant research project.

Recent graduates of the Department have become:

• Graduate Engineering Geologist, Mott MacDonald
• Risk Consultant, KPMG
• Trainee Field Geophysicist, Oilfield services provider
• Spatial Data Infrastructure team, Global IT and business consulting service
• Research Assistant, National museum