Program Overview
The Geophysics at King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals is a MSc programme in Natural Sciences over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of natural sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Geophysics programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Saudi Arabia and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Location: Dhahran, Saudi Arabia
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Geophysics programme are prepared for diverse careers in natural sciences:
- Research Scientist
- Environmental Consultant
- Laboratory Manager
- Science Writer
- Policy Advisor
- Academic Researcher
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Reflection Seismology
- Potential Theory Methods
- Solid-Earth Geophysics
- Graduate Mathematics
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor’s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
- A four-year Bachelors (B.S.) Degree in engineering or science from a\nrecognized institution with a major in the proposed field or evidence of\nsuitable background for entering the proposed field.
- Acceptable General Graduate Record Examination (GRE), which\nshould also be reported directly.
- At least three letters of recommendation from the faculty who taught the\napplicant university-level courses.
- Satisfactorily meeting any additional departmental or university\nadmission requirements.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.
Application Deadline
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