Geophysics is the study of the earth’s internal structure while Meteorology is the study of atmospheric and climatic changes. Both this disciplines have great economic importance, be it weather forecasting or the development of a new construction process, and be it tunnels or bridges, any developmental work requires assistance from professional and Geo physicians.

Job Profile

The job of a geo physician is vast, ranging from studying the constructional processes and checking their feasibility to earthquake prediction and measurement. The work of a geo physician is exploration, geomagnetism, earthquake seismology as well as constructional geophysics.

Opportunities for growth

Geo physicians are required everywhere in the world for development projects to high end research and development. They are sent out in explorations and expeditions and the job of a geo physician requires constant traveling. This job is certainly not for the weak hearted and people longing for a sedentary lifestyle. Opportunities exist everywhere along the globe, and promise a luscious and bright future. Anyone opting for higher studies and specializing in this field will get jobs in research fields, mostly in government aided research projects and research organizations.

Admission Procedure

Admissions are generally done directly based on the 10+2 qualifying examination marks; however some universities do conduct some entrance tests.

Eligibility Criteria

In order to do these courses the requirements are a 10+2 in the Science stream with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics as subjects, some universities also require English as a compulsory subject. The minimum marks required in order to do this course is generally 60% but varies with universities.

Where to do the course from?

The course can be pursued from the following Institutes:

1.    Indian School of Mines,Dhanbad
2.    University of Madras
3.    IIT Kharagpur.
4.    University of Delhi