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Geophysics MSc

University of Southampton

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  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    National Oceanography Centre, Southampton (NOCS)

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    01-SEP-25

  • Duration

    1 year

Course summary

Explore Geophysics at a global top 100 (QS World University Rankings 2024) university.

On this one-year MSc, you'll have a unique opportunity to explore energy transition and sustainability through a practical, multi-disciplinary lens utilising expertise of geophysics, geology, and geotechnics.

Through assessments that mirror the workplace, you’ll graduate primed to start your career with the much-valued transferable skills required for work in this industry.

You'll study at our Waterfront Campus, the National Oceanography Centre Southampton (NOCS), one of the world's largest centres for marine education and research, where you'll have access to our research vessel, the R.V. Callista, cutting-edge technology and facilities that will help you to develop and broaden your skills and knowledge.

This new degree is suitable for students from a STEM background with limited or no experience of geophysics. It is also suitable for students with a geoscience or geophysics background, but limited or no experience in practical application.

Assessment methods (Outcome qualification level)

This course is assessed through assessments that mirror the workplace, encouraging students to utilise the skills and equipment used by employers globally. For more information on assessments, please visit the course page.

Tuition fees

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£ 30,300per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

University of Southampton

University of Southampton

University of Southampton

  • University League Table

    20th

  • Campus address

    University of Southampton, University Road, Southampton, Hampshire, SO17 1BJ, United Kingdom

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Southampton is proud of its inclusive international community, welcoming over 10,000 students from more than 130 countries.
Southampton is a truly global university. It has 350+ student-led clubs and societies, which provide great opportunities to build intercultural skills.
Specialist careers support and 400+ paid internships and work experience opportunities prepare international students for their future in the global job market.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Geography & Environmental

    15th out of 73 2

    14th out of 30 8

  • Entry standards

    / Max 211
    151 72%

    23rd

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    80.0 80%

    19th

    3

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.14 79%

    30th

    15

  • Entry standards

    / Max 229
    145 63%

    17th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    78.0 78%

    19th

    7

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.95 74%

    27th

    4

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