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Geology and Geophysics BSc (Hons)

University of Liverpool

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

  • Location

    Liverpool Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    SEP

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

This degree provides high-level training in geophysics with supporting geology, and including fundamental university training in physics and mathematics.This programme is particularly strong for careers in interpretation and processing of geophysical data, and research areas related to geological applications. Transfer to a Geology degree is possible up to the end of Year One. This degree is accredited by the Geological Society of London, satisfying the requirements of Fellowship and Chartered Geologist status.The programme covers core topics in geology, geophysics and physics, plus a choice of advanced modules in geophysics. Major features include training in practical geophysics, exploration geophysics (particularly seismology), planetary-scale geophysics and geophysical inverse theory.Fieldwork currently involves field areas in Wales, Spain and Tenerife. You will work within one of our research groups to undertake a significant geophysical research project in your final year. This provides excellent training in research methodology for an academic or industrial research career.This programme is available with either a Year in China or a Year Abroad. The Year in China offers undergraduate students the opportunity to spend one year at our joint venture, Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University (XJTLU), following XJTLU's BA China Studies degree classes. XJTLU is a fully English-speaking university, located in Suzhou. The Year Abroad offers students the opportunity to spend a full academic year studying at one of our partner universities around the world, following a mixture of culture and/or discipline-related modules. If you wish to study this programme with a Year in China or a Year Abroad you will have the opportunity to apply after you arrive at Liverpool.

Tuition fees

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£ 27,200per year

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University of Liverpool

University of Liverpool

  • University League Table

    19th

  • Campus address

    University of Liverpool, The Foundation Building, 765 Brownlow Hill, Liverpool, Liverpool, L69 7ZX, England

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Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Geology

    17th out of 30 4

  • Entry standards

    / Max 229
    148 65%

    16th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    86.0 86%

    10th

    2

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.16 79%

    11th

    15

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