Geophysics is the study of the Earth by quantitative physical methods. Students who choose the Geophysics major employ field, laboratory and computational methods to study the problems in Earth Science. Geophysics includes geodesy, geomagnetism, hydrology, mineral physics, seismology, and volcanology, among other fields. Geophysics uses analytical and mathematical, rather than purely descriptive, techniques.

What can I do with a Degree in Geophysics?

• Seismologist

• OIl/Gas Exploration Geophysicist

• Mineral Exploration Geophysicist

• Environmental Geophysicist

• Earth Observation/Remote Sensing Specialist

• Hydrologist/Hydrogeologist

• Instructor/Lecturer/Professor

• Marine Geophysicist

• Geotechnical  Engineer

• Geophysical Surveyor

• Land Planner

• Hazard Assessor

• Computer Software Developer

• Marine Geophysicist

• Technical Writer/Editor

• Planetologist

• Volcanologist