Entry requirements

50 points in Physics, Mathematics, Technology, including

Global Geophysics MN1 5 points, or 45 points in Earth

Science, including Global Geophysics MN1 5 points, and

20 points in Mathematics and Physics MN1 10 points.

Aims

The course provides a deeper knowledge of

geophysical methods, with particular emphasis on

the use of fundamental physical and mathematical

relationships to understand and describe physical

structures and processes within the Earth, and the

application of these techniques to solve practical

problems.

Content

Potential field theory. The Earth's gravity field

and isostasy. Heat flow and convection. Electromagnetic

theory and the Earth's magnetic field. Seismic wave

propagation and mechanical properties of the Earth.

Geodynamics, geoid and land uplift.

Instruction

Lectures, lessons, problem solving and laboratory exercises.

Assessment

Written exams during, and at the end of the course.

Students who have failed a test have the right to

take a new examination, that will be arranged by

agreement with the director of studies in geophysics

or with the responsible teacher.