Undergraduate study in Geophysics
Learn about your undergraduate study options for Geophysics.
What can you study in Geophysics?
You can study Geophysics as a major in the Bachelor of Science (BSc).
Geophysics is the study of the Earth and environment using physics and mathematics. It spans from the deep interior of the Earth to its surface, oceans and atmosphere. Geophysicists aim to explain the physical phenomena we observe today to discover their past history and to model their future behaviour.
As a Geophysics student you’ll learn how to apply your knowledge of mathematics and physics to the study of the following topics:
- Plate tectonics
- Natural hazards
- Natural resources
- Oceans
- Atmosphere
- Climate
Structuring your programme in Geophysics
Where can undergraduate study in Geophysics take you?
Geophysicists are trained in a variety of disciplines during their studies. These include mathematical modelling, statistics, physics and computer science, and can lead to a variety of career paths.
Jobs related to Geophysics
- Atmospheric scientist
- Energy industry career (hydrocarbon, geothermal)
- Geohazard research
- Ground water exploration, monitoring companies, consultancies
- Meteorological service
- Mineral exploration
- Oceanographer
- Research at Crown Institutes, eg, GNS, NIWA
Further study options
Help and advice
For further information and advice, please contact the Science Student Centre.
Science Student Centre
Level G, Room G 20
(Beside the entrance to the Large Chemistry Lecture Theatre)
Building 301
23 Symonds Street
Auckland 1010
Phone: +64 9 923 7020
Email: scifac@auckland.ac.nz
Web: www.physics.auckland.ac.nz