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Geophysical Sciences degrees abroad
Geophysical scientists use physical laws to understand the Earth’s structure and processes.
After developing a solid understanding of earth sciences, physics, mathematics, and computing, you’ll explore how the earth came to be. You’ll analyze what it’s made of, how it works, and what this means for its inhabitants.
Studying abroad is an invaluable opportunity to see different geophysical principles, formations, and behaviors in action. From volcanoes to earthquakes, and climates to oceans, you’ll appreciate the diversity of the Earth’s systems and functions.
Geophysical Sciences program structure
Most bachelor’s degrees in geophysical sciences are studied full-time over three years. However, it’s possible to convert your BSc into a four-year course by taking an industrial placement year. This is an unbeatable way to gain hands-on experience and try out career options.
If you want to gain a deeper understanding of the field, you can take advantage of the graduate programs on offer. MSc courses generally take between one and two years, while PhD programs can last anywhere from four to seven years.
Lectures, workshops, seminars, laboratories, and field trips will help you develop a sound theoretical and practical understanding of geophysical science. Your progress will be assessed through a mixture of exams, essays, presentations, and fieldwork.
Thanks to the wide variety of modules on offer, it’s easy to tailor your degree to reflect your interests. However, here are some of the core topics you’ll likely cover:
- Understanding the Earth’s structure
- Earth materials, behaviors, and properties
- Understanding geological processes
- Earth and ocean systems
- Hydrocarbon and mineral exploration
- Monitoring natural hazards
- Geofluids - water, ice, magma, and hydrocarbons
- Gathering, analyzing, and interpreting geophysical data
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Geophysical Sciences study abroad programs
Geophysical sciences undergraduate programs
Bachelor's in geophysical sciences
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Environmental Geoscience - BES Trent University, Canada
- Program type
- Bachelor's
- Duration
- 4 years
- Annual tuition fee
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17,213 USD
Fee in university's local currency 23,529 CAD
- Start date
- January, May, September
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Environmental Geoscience - BSc/BSc (Hons) University of Saskatchewan, Canada
- Program type
- Bachelor's
- Duration
- 4 years
- Annual tuition fee
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14,447 USD
Fee in university's local currency 19,749 CAD
- Start date
- May, July, September, January
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Geography: Geography and Geoscience - BA (Hons) Trinity College Dublin, Ireland
- Program type
- Bachelor's
- Duration
- 4 years
- Annual tuition fee
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20,272 USD
Fee in university's local currency 20,609 EUR
- Start date
- September
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Geology - Geophysics - BSc Louisiana State University, USA
- Program type
- Bachelor's
- Duration
- 4 years
- Annual tuition fee
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28,700 USD
Fee in university's local currency 28,700 USD
- Start date
- January, May, August
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Geology: Environmental Geoscience - BSc (Hons) Keele University, UK
- Program type
- Bachelor's
- Duration
- 3 years
- Annual tuition fee
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19,991 USD
Fee in university's local currency 17,900 GBP
- Start date
- September
Associate in geophysical sciences
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Environmental Geoscience - ASc Coast Mountain College, Canada
- Program type
- Associate
- Duration
- 2 years
- Annual tuition fee
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9,919 USD
Fee in university's local currency 13,559 CAD
- Start date
- May, September
Diploma in geophysical sciences
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Circumpolar Studies - UGDip Trent University, Canada
- Program type
- Undergraduate diploma
- Duration
- 2 years
- Annual tuition fee
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17,213 USD
Fee in university's local currency 23,529 CAD
- Start date
- January, May, September
Geophysical sciences graduate programs
Master's in geophysical sciences
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Geology and Geophysics - MSc University of Helsinki, Finland
- Program type
- Master's
- Duration
- 2 years
- Annual tuition fee
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14,755 USD
Fee in university's local currency 15,000 EUR
- Start date
- August
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Geophysics - MSc University of Auckland, New Zealand
- Program type
- Master's
- Duration
- 1 year
- Annual tuition fee
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25,358 USD
Fee in university's local currency 44,310 NZD
- Start date
- February, July
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Geophysics - MSc Victoria University of Wellington, New Zealand
- Program type
- Master's
- Duration
- 1 year
- Annual tuition fee
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21,501 USD
Fee in university's local currency 37,571 NZD
- Start date
- July
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Geoscience - MSc University of North Carolina Wilmington, USA
- Program type
- Master's
- Duration
- 2 years
- Annual tuition fee
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18,548 USD
Fee in university's local currency 18,548 USD
- Start date
- January, August
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Geoscience - MSc Midwestern State University, USA
- Program type
- Master's
- Duration
- 2 years
- Annual tuition fee
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14,200 USD
Fee in university's local currency 14,200 USD
- Start date
- January, May, August
Diploma in geophysical sciences
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Geophysics - GradDipSci University of Auckland, New Zealand
- Program type
- Postgraduate diploma
- Duration
- 1 year
- Annual tuition fee
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21,687 USD
Fee in university's local currency 37,895 NZD
- Start date
- February, July
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Future geophysical sciences careers
The work of geophysical scientists is crucial in the fight against some of the world’s most serious environmental challenges. As the threats to our planet increase, you’ll have an array of important and rewarding career paths to choose from.
Your numerical, analytical, and research skills will make you a stand-out candidate for any of the following positions:
- Geologist
- Geophysicist
- Offshore engineer
- Environmental scientist
- Natural hazard analyst
- Archeologist
- Research associate
- Energy officer
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