BSc Geophysics
About this course
BSc in Geophysics, an earth sciences degree exploring the planet's internal structure and physical processes through mathematical and computer modelling. The course incorporates fieldwork trips to apply technical equipment in real-world settings, including a dedicated excursion to Cyprus. Students complete a final-year research project or dissertation to investigate a specific aspect of the subject in depth.
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Entry requirements
AAA -- to include: A in Mathematics; A in Physics (A-levels), 38 points -- to include: 6 in Mathematics at higher level; 6 in Physics at higher level; 6 in a third subject at higher level (International Baccalaureate)
Typical offer
AAA (three A-levels) (A-levels), 39 points (International Baccalaureate)
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Real offers for this course
Applicants have posted 1 UCAS decision for BSc Geophysics (F662) at Imperial College London for 2027 entry so far. The published offer is AAA at A level.
What students say
Based on about 9 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 67%
- Learning opportunities: 62%
- Assessment and feedback: 63%
- Academic support: 77%
- Organisation and management: 59%
- Learning resources: 79%
- Student voice: 70%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 10 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 90%
- Left higher education: 10%
What graduates do next
Based on about 16 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 45%
- Working and studying: 20%
- Further study: 15%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Natural and social science professionals: 60%
- Engineering professionals: 15%
- Information Technology Professionals: 10%
- Finance Professionals: 10%
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 80%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 80%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 60%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 80 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 6%
- East Midlands: 2%
- West Midlands: 4%
- East of England: 6%
- London: 44%
- South East: 22%
- South West: 7%
- Wales: 4%
- Scotland: 4%
Who gets in
Based on about 10 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 90%
- Baccalaureate: 10%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited by the Geological Society for the purpose of partially meeting the experience requirement for Chartered Geologist.
TEF 2023 (whole university): Gold overall, Silver for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Geophysics at Imperial College London earn?
The median salary is £34,000 after 15 months, £38,000 after 3 years, £49,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £34,000 and £61,500. The £49,500 median after five years is £17,500 more than the UK median for Earth sciences.
What do graduates of BSc Geophysics at Imperial College London do next?
80% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Geophysics at Imperial College London?
67% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Geophysics at Imperial College London?
The minimum entry standard is AAA at A level, or 38 points in the IB. The typical offer is AAA (three A-levels) at A level. The average entrant had 219 UCAS points.
Is BSc Geophysics at Imperial College London accredited?
Yes. Accredited by the Geological Society for the purpose of partially meeting the experience requirement for Chartered Geologist.
How many students continue on BSc Geophysics at Imperial College London?
90% of students continued into their second year, and 10% left higher education.