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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Central area campus
Full Time
SEP-25
4 Years
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Central area campus
Full Time
SEP-25
4 Years
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Central area campus
Full Time
SEP-25
4 Years
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Main Campus
Full Time
SEP-26
4 Years
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.
Exam type
A levelA level:
ABB - AAA Grades / Points required
A level:
AAA - ABB Grades / Points required
Scottish Higher:
ABBB Grades / Points required
UCAS Tariff:
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:
34 - 32 Grades / Points required
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Students living in
Domestic
£9,535 per year
Students from Domestic
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£9,535 per year
Students from England
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£1,820 per year
Students from Scotland
This is the fee you pay if you live within Scotland. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.
£9,535 per year
Students from Wales
This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.
£9,535 per year
Students from Northern Ireland
This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.
£9,535 per year
Students from Channel Islands
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£36,800 per year
Students from EU
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£36,800 per year
Students from International
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