University of Aberdeen
Bachelor of Science in Geophysics
The Bachelor of Science in Geophysics in Earth Sciences is offered by University of Aberdeen.
Program Length: 4 YEARS.
Bachelor of Science in Geophysics offered by the University of Aberdeen
Geophysics is the study of the Earth from the near-surface to the deep interior through the use of quantitative physical methods. On this programme, you study forces such as gravity and magnetism and learn about how these forces act on the Earth’s interior, crust, oceans and the atmosphere.
On this programme, you will learn to combine a deep knowledge of geology and physics and apply practical field-based skills to areas ranging from hydrocarbon exploration to plate tectonics and from environmental services to archaeological excavations.This unique programme is designed to expose students to the theory and practice of modern geophysics, with an emphasis on cutting edge techniques for understanding the structure, dynamics and composition of the Earth from the near-surface to the deep interior. The content is broad-based and integrative with a strong focus on the quantitative aspects of geophysical data analysis and interpretation.This programme specifically addresses the recognised need for qualified geophysicists within the hydrocarbons industry, by equipping students with the particular skills for careers in the hydrocarbon, minerals exploration or associated service industries. While traditionally, graduates from the University of Aberdeen have been attracted to careers in the oil and gas industry, many others have gone on to work in to other diverse areas including mineral exploration, environmental geophysics or associated service industries.The teaching of physics at Aberdeen has a long and illustrious history, with notable great physicists such as James Clerk Maxwell and G.P. Thomson counted amongst its former staff.
What You'll StudyYear 1
Compulsory CoursesGetting Started at the University of Aberdeen (PD1002)The Nature of The Environment Through Geological Time (GL1005)The Physical Universe A (PX1015)Calculus 1 (MA1005)Earth's Materials (GL1505)Calculus II (MA1508)The Physical Universe B (PX1513)
Optional CoursesSelect one of the following options:MA1006 AlgebraCS1028 Programming for Sciences and EngineeringPlus 15 credit points from courses of choice.Algebra (MA1006)Year 2
Compulsory CoursesPetrology & Mineralogy (GL2015)Light Science (PX2013)Dynamical Phenomena (PX2015)An Introduction to Field Geology (GL2510)Geophysics (GL2511)Practical Optics and Electronics (PX2505)
Optional CoursesSelect one of the following:GL 2014 Stratigraphical PrinciplesMA 2010 ProbabilityPlus one of the following:GG 2510 Mapping and Monitoring the EnvironmentCS 2510 Modern Programming LanguagesStratigraphical Principles (GL2014)Probability (MA2010)Mapping and Monitoring the Environment (GG2510)Modern Programming Languages (CS2510)Year 3
Compulsory CoursesIntroduction to the Solid State (PX3016)Energy and Matter (PX3014)Structural Geology & Tectonics (GL3027)Interpretation of Seismic Reflection Data (GP3501)Igneous & Metamorphic Petrology (GL3520)
Optional CoursesSelect one of the following:GL3030 VolcanologyPX 3017 Research and Computing SkillsPlus one of the following:GL 3521 SedimentologyPX 3512 Electricity and MagnetismVolcanology (GL3030)Sedimentology (GL3521)Electricity and Magnetism (PX3512)Year 4
Compulsory CoursesStatistical Physics and Stochastic Systems (PX4012)Case Studies in Physical Sciences (PX4007)Surface and Subsurface Digital Imaging (GL4529)Modelling Theory (PX4514)
Optional CoursesPlus 15 credit points from courses of choice.