The course consists of eight taught modules and an individual project, with two options specialising in either Hydrocarbon geophysics or Environmental and Engineering geophysics. See the University Programme Catalogue for more information about overall programme together with lists and details of individual modules.

Taught modules give a broad training in Exploration Geophysics and associated areas of mathematics and geology. Lectures and seminars are supplemented by lab/computer-based practicals and fieldwork. Assessment includes reports and results of group projects as well as exams. All these activities are supported by having a dedicated computer suite with various industry standard software packages and the chance to use a wide range of geophysical survey equipment.

The most challenging and exciting part of the course for most students is the Individual Project, which runs from May to September and tests students' skills in applying the experiences acquired over the year to a specific problem. Most projects have an association with an exploration company or other external organisation and many students work alongside geoscience professionals in the offices of industrial partners. Projects last year included investigations of specific geological prospects, comparisons of novel seismic processing algorithms and integrated geophysical investigations from basin to quarry scale.