5Jun
UndergraduateCourse summary
If you have a curiosity about how our planet works, a love of the outdoors, and an aptitude for physics and maths, then geophysics may be the career for you. Geophysics is the study of physical processes through the use of physics and mathematics - and applying this to our understanding of the Earth. Join us as we explore our magnificent planet, from its hot core through to its crust and oceans, atmosphere and beyond. Why Geophysics? Geophysics has a significant impact on the welfare of society and our world. In fact, exploration geophysics has helped us find the energy sources that have driven many of the social and economic advances over the last century. Now, these techniques are increasingly being used to safeguard our natural environment. For example:
- gravity surveys can tell us about mass losses from the ice sheets of Greenland and Antarctica
- these surveys can also identify changes in the water table in regions reliant on groundwater
- large scale global seismology has helped us to identify areas at risk from earthquakes and tsunami, saving lives
- learn how the applications for natural resource exploration are shifting into new and innovative technologies
- understand these technologies, helping ensure the Earth's resources are used and disposed of more sustainably
- benefit from the research and expertise of our academics, many of whom are at the forefront of this change
- the microscopic properties of minerals
- large scale forces such as gravity and magnetism
- the inner workings of the Earth
- monitoring the Earth's changing environment and climate
- mapping environmental pollution above and below ground
- measuring rock and soil properties prior to civil engineering work
- carbon capture, energy storage and management of water resources
- mineral exploration
- understanding the behaviour of the Earth's deep interior
- understanding how the Earth and other planets have formed and changed over their lifetime
- join one of the top-ranked universities in the world
- become part of an academic community in one of the leading geosciences departments in the UK
- enjoy access to a world of experience with our research and industry networks
- learn from leading geophysicists and Earth scientists at the forefront of their fields, undertaking world-leading research in a wide range of areas
How to apply
You can no longer submit a new application for courses starting in 2022.
If you already have a 2022 application and are in Clearing, you can add this course as a Clearing choice – contact the university or college first to check they have places.
26Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- M7G6
- Institution code:
- E56
- Campus name:
- Central area campus
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Standard Qualification Requirements
Direct entry to second year is available. Detailed entry requirements, including typical offer levels, and information about other qualifications we accept, are available on the University of Edinburgh’s website. You’ll also find important information on how to apply. You must submit a fully completed UCAS application that includes details of the qualifications you are taking, including full predicted grades for qualifications not yet completed, your personal statement and your reference.
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
https://www.ed.ac.uk/studying/undergraduate/2022/degrees/index.php?action=programme&code=M7G6
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Please click the following link to find out more about minimum qualification requirements for this course
https://www.ed.ac.uk/studying/undergraduate/2022/degrees/index.php?action=programme&code=M7G6
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6.5 | 6.5 overall with 5.5 in each component. |
| TOEFL (iBT) | 92 | 92 or above with 20 in each section (including Special Home Edition). We do not accept TOEFL MyBest Score to meet our English language requirements. |
| Cambridge English Advanced | 176 overall with 162 in each component. | |
| Cambridge English Proficiency | 176 overall with 162 in each component. | |
| Trinity ISE | ISE II with a distinction in all four components. |
You must demonstrate a level of English language competency at a level that will enable you to succeed in your studies, regardless of your nationality or country of residence.For SQA, GCSE and IB students, unless a higher level is specified in the stated entry requirements, a pass is required in English at the following grades or higher: SQA National 5 at C; SQA Standard Grade at 3; SQA Intermediate 1 at A; SQA Intermediate 2 at C; GCSE/IGSCE at C or 4; Level 2 Certificate Grade C or IB Standard Level at 5 (English ab initio is not accepted for entry). We also accept a wider range of international qualifications and tests. English language qualifications must be no more than three and a half years old from the start date of the degree you are applying to study, unless you are using IELTS, TOEFL, or Trinity ISE, in which case it must be no more than two years old.
Full details of our English language requirements can be found on our website:
https://www.ed.ac.uk/studying/undergraduate/entry-requirements/english-language
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £1820 | Year 1 |
| EU | £30400 | Year 1 |
| International | £30400 | Year 1 |
Additional fee information
Scottish students must apply to the Student Awards Agency Scotland (SAAS) for payment of their tuition fees.
EU On 9th July 2020 the decision was made by the Scottish Government to end free university tuition for European Union (EU) students starting in 2021-22. Funding policy for EU nationals and associated groups starting a course of study in academic year 2022-23 or later will be in line with international fees.
Full time international and EU students will pay a fixed annual fee rate for the duration of their programme.
Provider information
The University of Edinburgh
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