Geophysics Bachelors & Masters in London

Program University Student satis­faction Unem­ployed Drop­out Tuition (UK) Tuition (Inter­national) UCAS Tariff City
Imperial College of Science 100% 5% 0% £9250 £35100 182 London On campus Full-time
Imperial College of Science 100% 5% 0% £9250 £35100 182 London On campus Full-time
University College London 81% 0% 0% £9250 £31200 159 London On campus Full-time
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28 Geophysics Courses in the UK.
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Jobs & Career Perspectives

Career perspectives for Geophysics

15 months after graduation, graduates of this subject were asked about their current circumstances of employment, what they do, and whether their activities and perspectives are directly related to their studies.

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Source: HESA - Graduate Outcomes Survey Sep 29, 2021
All courses of UK

Current jobs

Among graduates of Geophysics who indicated that they are working, the percentage below represents the number who “agree” or “strongly agree” with the statements about their job.

Job in line with future plans

Utilise skills from studies

Work is meaningful

Source: HESA - Graduate Outcomes Survey Sep 29, 2021

Specialisations within Geophysics

  • Remote Sensing
  • Seismology
  • Atmospheric Studies
  • Oceanography
  • Sedimentology
  • Mineral Physics
  • Space Physics
  • Deep Crust Studies
  • Mantle Studies
  • Geochemistry
  • Hydrogeology

Skills that graduates consider useful for their work in Geophysics

  • IT skills
  • Ability to process data and produce three- dimensional models of geophysical features
  • Numerical skills
  • Project management skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Problem- solving
  • Flexibility and adaptability
  • Attention to detail
  • Ability to work under pressure
  • Time management
  • Commitment to continual learning
  • Teamwork
  • Ability to express ideas and findings

Required skill level of job after 15 months

Among graduates of Geophysics who indicated that they are working, the percentage below represents the number of highly skilled vs non-highly skilled jobs (Unistats).

% Skilled jobs

Jobs of graduates of Geophysics (15 months after graduation)

Example below based on all graduates of Geophysics at Imperial College of Science

25% Natural and social science professionals
20% Information Technology Professionals
20% Business, Research and Administrative Professionals
20% Engineering professionals
5% Web and Multimedia Design Professionals
5% Research and Development (RandD) and Other Research Professi
5% Science, engineering and technology associate professionals
5% Protective service occupations
Source: Unistats by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) Sep 29, 2021

Entry Requirements / Admissions

UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for Geophysics

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Source: Unistats by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) Sep 29, 2021
All courses of UK
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FAQ

The median salary of graduates of Geophysics was £22593 15 months after graduation, £22910 3 years after graduation and £26699 5 years after graduation.

Geophysics with a Year Abroad at Imperial College of Science received the highest rating among all graduates in the National Student Survey year with a rating of 100 out of 100 among 8 respondents.