Geophysics

Geophysics is an interdisciplinary physical science of the planets and their environments, in particular the Earth. Geophysics applies the knowledge and techniques of physics, mathematics, and chemistry to understand planetary structure, dynamic behaviour, and evolution through time.

Why this program?

• Get an in-depth background in geophysics and computational and data analysis.
• Study at one of the world’s top-ranked universities in environmental sciences.
• UBC houses the Geophysical Inversion Facility, which carries out research on geophysical inverse theory.
• UBC has strong connections with many of the 1,200 mineral exploration companies based in BC.

English-language requirements

English is the language of instruction at UBC. All prospective students must demonstrate English-language competency prior to admission. There are numerous ways to meet the English Language Admission Standard.

General admission requirements

• Graduation from high school
• Minimum of 70% in Grade 11 or Grade 12 English (or their equivalents)
• At least six academic/non-academic Grade 12 courses (recommended, but not required)

UBC considers your grades in all academic Grade 11 and Grade 12 classes, paying special attention to courses that relate to the degree you’re applying to.

Degree-specific requirements: Science

Grade 12

• A Grade 12 English
• A Grade 12 Pre-Calculus
• A Grade 12 Biology, Chemistry, or Physics

Grade 11

• A Grade 11 Chemistry
• A Grade 11 Physics

Related courses

The following subject categories are particularly relevant for this degree. Consider taking courses in these areas in Grade 11 and Grade 12.

• Language Arts
• Mathematics and Computation
• Sciences