In their first two years all students study a common geophysics syllabus covering the fundamentals of mathematics, mechanics, electricity and magnetism, Earth materials, structural geology and tectonics, global geophysics and Earth processes. Theoretical studies are integrated with a large element of illustrative practical work both in the laboratory and in the field. In the third and fourth years there are more advanced modules in seismology, geodynamics and global tectonics and there is the opportunity to specialise in, for example, the environmental aspects of the subject such as groundwater resources. We take a modern approach to teaching with modules based around laboratory practicals and theory workshops. Fieldwork provides an opportunity to develop independent and team skills and problem-solving abilities. The first three years of the MSci course are nearly identical to the BSc course. However, the additional fourth year of the MSci allows for a major individual research project and advanced optional modules, providing extra depth and breadth of knowledge.
A Level: AAB | Mathematics and Physics required. Biology, Chemistry, Further Mathematics and Geology/Geography preferred. Contextual Offers: please visit the course webpage for further details about our Access UCL scheme. | Access to HE Diploma: 30 UCAS points | Access to HE Diploma: 15 UCAS points | Access to HE Diploma | Pass in Access to HE Diploma with a minimum of 30 credits at Distinction and 15 credits at Merit, all from Level 3 units. Please note, where subject specific requirements are stipulated at A level we may review your Access to HE syllabus to ensure you meet the subject specific requirements prior to a final decision being communicated. | Scottish Advanced Higher: AAB | (or AA at Advanced Higher and BBB at Higher). Mathematics and Physics required at Advanced Higher. Biology, Chemistry, Further Mathematics and Geology/Geography preferred. | International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme: 36 UCAS points | A score of 17 points in three higher level subjects including Mathematics and Physics, with no score lower than 5. The programme will accept either 'Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches' or 'Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation' at higher level. Biology, Chemistry, Further Mathematics and Geology/Geography preferred. Contextual Offers: please visit the course webpage for further details about our Access UCL scheme. | Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal: D3D3M1 | Mathematics and Physics required. Biology, Chemistry, Further Mathematics and Geology/Geography preferred.
The fees indicated above are for undergraduate entry in the 2026/27 academic year. Fees will be higher for those commencing study in the academic year 2027/28 or later. UCL reserves the right to increase its UK fees in line with the government policy (including on an annual basis for each year of study during a course). Overseas fees are fixed at the rate of entry, the fees indicated above will be charged to 2027/28 entrants for each year of study on the course. — Overseas £42700 to be used for 2027
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