Earth Sciences courses

About Geophysics And Geology (bsc) in University of Southampton

his joint honours BSc Geophysics and Geology degree will give you an expert understanding of the Earth, whether you want to go on to uncover new natural resources, shape climate change policy or lead offshore surveys. You'll gain an in-depth knowledge of how to use geophysics and geology to investigate the physical processes at work in, on and around our planet. You'll graduate with advanced skills that are in demand across science and industry.

The geophysical focus of this course includes exploration of the Earth's internal composition, oceans and atmosphere. Topics with a more geological focus include plate tectonics, rock formation and natural hazards.

You can specialise in a wide range of subject areas, including:

• seafloor surveying and exploration

• the Earth's long-term evolution

• mantle-melting and the formation of volcanoes

• oceanography

As part of this course you'll:

• study at our pioneering research institution and waterfront campus, the National Oceanography Centre Southampton (NOCS)

• use our modern, industry-standard, labs and teaching equipment, including the National Oceanographic Library

• take field courses in the UK and abroad, where you'll design and carrying out your own surveys

• benefit from our many professional links across the Earth science industries

Entry requirements

Pass, with 34 points overall with 17 points at Higher Level

English language requirements

The University of Southampton accepts the following UKVI secure English Language Tests:

• IELTS (Academic) (International English Language Testing System)
• PTE Academic UKVI
• LanguageCert International ESOL SELT
• PSI Services (UK) Ltd; Skills for English UKVI (4 component)
• Trinity College London ISE (Integrated Skills in English)

Indian Standard XII in English Language (CBSE and ISC Boards)

Grade: 70% or above

IELTS score requirements:  overall score 6.5

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