MSci Geophysics at University of East Anglia

Our MSci Geophysics degree offers a uniquely broad Earth-system approach linking solid Earth, ocean and atmospheric sciences. You gain hands-on fieldwork experience and high-demand geophysical skills taught by active, research-leading experts. An MSci Geophysics degree merges the power of physics, mathematics, and earth sciences to study Earth’s structure, processes and behavior.

Faculty: Faculty of Science  |  Department: School of Environmental Sciences  |  Duration: 4 years full-time; 4 years full-time with year abroad  |  Study mode: full-time (integrated master's) (year abroad available)  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Norwich, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

You’ll start with a year of compulsory modules to establish your knowledge on essential topics. Compulsory modules by year: Year 1: Our World, Sustainability Challenges and Solutions, Earth Systems, Computation and Modelling, Mathematical Methods for Science and Engineering, Data and Research Skills B. Year 2: Further Mathematical Methods for Science and Engineering, Fluid Flow - Theory and Computation. Year 3: Independent Project, Modelling Environmental Processes. Year 4: Msci Research Project.

Career pathways

With a MSci in Geophysics, you could launch a career in: Water management: Apply geophysical data to protect water resources and support sustainable supply planning Resource exploration: Use subsurface imaging to identify minerals, groundwater, or energy resources responsibly Geotechnical engineering: Assess ground conditions to support safe construction, infrastructure design and land‑stability management Risk analysis: Evaluate environmental and geological hazards to support informed decision‑making and resilience planning Environmental consultancy: Provide technical advice on environmental impacts, sustainability strategies and land‑use assessments

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