Geophysicists work outdoors collecting basic data and indoors processing the data.
Although there is no undergraduate degree in geophysics at UAF, geophysics is a major emphasis at UAF, especially at the graduate level. Students interested in pursuing a program in geophysics are encouraged to pursue a major in geology along with a minor in physics or mathematics. Students are encouraged to become involved in the geophysics research groups on campus and to explore graduate school oppurtunities. Expect to Take Physics, computer science, calculus, statistics, differential equations, and geology. High School Track Physics, mathematics, and earth science.