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Geophysics

King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals
Information last verified April 2026
Rank #2
Degree MSc
Duration 24 months
Delivery On Campus']
Location Dhahran, Saudi Arabia
Language English

Program Overview

The Geophysics at King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals is a MSc programme in Saudi Arabia. This programme provides advanced academic training at postgraduate level.

Key Program Features

  • Degree: MSc
  • Language: English
  • Duration: 24 months

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Geophysics programme are prepared for diverse careers in their chosen field. A MSc from King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals opens doors to roles in academia, industry, and public sector.

Program Curriculum

  • Reflection Seismology
  • Potential Theory Methods
  • Solid-Earth Geophysics
  • Graduate\ Mathematics

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

You need the following GPA score:

Required score: 3

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 Bachelor's (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.

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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About King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals

King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals logo

King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals

Dhahran, Saudi Arabia

King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals(KFUPM) is anonprofitresearch universityinDhahran,Eastern Province,Saudi Arabia.

University Profile
  • Language English
  • Duration 24 months