The programme will allow students to:
• develop a broad range of knowledge in order to allow professional practice in exploration geophysics, in either an academic or industrial context;
• be trained in relevant field and desk-based techniques for the practice of exploration geophysics;
• develop knowledge, appreciation and critical analysis of geological context to the application of geophysical exploration methods;
• gain an in-depth knowledge of Exploration Geophysics;
• develop numeracy skills essential to the professional practice of Exploration Geophysics;
• develop teamwork and professional skills essential to successful project completion in a professional exploration geophysical setting.
To fulfil these aims, the degree programme comprises:
• a 'core' of taught-course modules focussed on the theory, principles and practice of geophysical techniques;
• learning in a variety of environments, including an advanced computing cluster and on fieldwork;
• an independent project.
The strengths of the degree programme include:
• a learning experience within an environment of nationally and internationally recognised active research
• developed multi-disciplinary links within the School and Faculty (eg Engineering geology, Geosolutions).
• strong links with industry and other external institutions (eg government agencies, other HEIs) allowing participation by industry in class-based teaching
• an extensive inventory, regularly modernized and expanded, of field geophysical equipment
• extensive participation by industry in the provision of MSc dissertation projects
• extensive availability of industry-standard software for both taught-course and project work
[Learning Outcomes, Transferable (Key) Skills, Assessment]
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Candidates will be required to study the following compulsory modules:
| Code | Title | Credits | Semester | Pass for Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SOEE5110M | Exploration Geophysics: Project and Dissertation | 60 | 1 Oct to 30 Sep (12mth) | |
| SOEE5116M | Computational Inverse Theory | 15 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| SOEE5136M | Geophysical Reservoir Evaluation | 15 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| SOEE5141M | Near-Surface Geophysics | 15 | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) | |
| SOEE5147M | Gravity and Magnetic Methods | 15 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| SOEE5150M | Geological and Physical Methods for Subsurface Characterisation | 15 | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) | |
| SOEE5155M | Seismic Fundamentals and Acquisition | 15 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| SOEE5166M | Seismic Data Processing | 15 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| SOEE5171M | Seismic Reflection Interpretation and Sequence Stratigraphy | 15 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) |
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