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UCAS CODE: F660

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  • Qualification

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

  • Location

    Central area campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    08-SEP-25

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary

Geophysics is about understanding the complex interactions between Earth's systems. We explore everything from liquid metal in the Earth's core to moving continents on the Earth surface. We study the composition of the deep Earth and the rapidly changing composition of the Earth's atmosphere.We will teach you to understand our world, so you can help safeguard its future.You'll study the properties and forces, both small and large, that act on planetary or even inter-planetary scales.For example:the microscopic properties of mineralslarge scale forces such as gravity and magnetismthe inner workings of the EarthWe will train you in fundamental physical principles and mathematical techniques of geophysics.By studying this degree, you will learn from our wide range of experienced academics across a diverse range of Earth science disciplines. Our research-led, industry-informed teaching ensures your degree has real-world relevance and helps make you highly sought-after by employers.We embrace a hands on approach to learning, so you can develop in-demand practical skills. Many of your activities simulate those that professionals perform in the real world.

Application deadline

29 January

Tuition fees

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£ 36,800per year

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University information

The University of Edinburgh

  • University League Table

    18th

  • Campus address

    University of Edinburgh, The University of Edinburgh, Old College, Edinburgh, Edinburgh, City Of, EH8 9YL, Scotland

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    10th out of 27

  • Entry standards

    / Max 222
    180 81%

    5th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    88.0 88%

    10th

    5
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.03 76%

    23rd

    4

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