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UndergraduateBachelor of Science (with Honours)UCAS: F660
Geophysics
UCL (University College London)London, England
3 yearsDuration
£39,800Per Year (Intl)
£29,000Avg. Graduate Salary
88%Satisfaction
Course Overview
The BSc (Hons) Geophysics at UCL (University College London) is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about advancing human performance. Based in London, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 3-year full-time structure. This broad-based programme provides a complete study of the physics of the solid Earth and its constituent materials, and of its atmosphere, oceans and ice sheets, leading to a firm foundation in geology, geological fieldwork, physics, mathematics and computing. The programme is fully accredited by the Geological Society of London. International tuition fees are £39,800 per year, home/UK fees are £9,535 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 7.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with a median graduate salary of £30,000 within three years, a 95% continuation rate, and 75% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Geophysical Principles and Methods
Seismology and Earthquake Physics
Gravity and Magnetic Field Analysis
Earth's Internal Structure
Geological Fieldwork and Surveying
Applied Geophysics and Exploration
Mathematical Methods for Geophysics
Geophysical Data Processing and Interpretation
UCAS Code:F660
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | AAB Mathematics and Physics required. Biology, Chemistry, Further Mathematics and Geology/Geography preferred. Contextual Offers: please visit the course webpage for further details about our Access UCL scheme. |
| International Baccalaureate | 36 points A score of 17 points in three higher level subjects including Mathematics and Physics, with no score lower than 5. The programme will accept either 'Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches' or 'Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation' at higher level. Biology, Chemistry, Further Mathematics and Geology/Geography preferred. Contextual Offers: please visit the course webpage for further details about our Access UCL scheme. |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 7.5 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 |
| PTE Academic | 80 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£39,800
per year
Total Course Cost (3 years)£119,400
Home Student Fee
£9,535
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — UCL (University College London)
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £25,000 | £29,000 | £32,000 |
| 3 years | £25,500 | £30,000 | £39,500 |
| 5 years | £32,500 | £41,000 | £57,500 |
UK subject average: £27,500 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation▲ Close to UK average salary
This course
£30,000
UK average
£27,500
Salary 5 years after graduation▲ 49% above UK average salary
This course
£41,000
UK average
£27,500
Salary trend: ↑ up £11,000 from year 3 to year 5
Official Data
Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH26-01). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
55%Working
20%Studying
15%Work & Study
5%Seeking Work
75%Professional Jobs
Official Data
Graduate employment outcomes are sourced directly from Discover Uni for this specific course and provider. For full details, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
Student Satisfaction
Subject-level averageNational Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only
83%
Overall
Teaching on my course
88%Learning opportunities
85%Assessment and feedback
80%Academic support
88%Organisation and management
78%Learning resources
84%Student voice
79%Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
95%National Student Survey via Discover Uni.
Estimated Data
Source: Subject-level average for this provider
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