Global Geophysics
Uppsala University
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Global Geophysics
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Code: 1GE009
Through a series of lectures, exercises, home assignments and seminars, the course will teach and discuss theories of the Earth's evolution, the Earth's large-scale physical structure and geodynamic processes from surface to core, as well as theories and applications of relevant geophysical methods. This course includes: Formation and evolution of Earth. Plate tectonics. The Earth's magnetic field and palaeomagnetism. Dating methods and radiogenic isotopes. The composition of the Earth from the core to the lithosphere. The Earth's shape and gravity field, the geoid, isostasy. Seismology and Earth's structure. Seismicity, source mechanisms, stress field. Heat flow in continents and oceans. Convection in the Earth's mantle and core.
Entry requirements
120 credits including (1) 75 credits in physics and mathematics, or (2) 60 credits in earth science, 15 credits in mathematics and 15 credits in physics. Proficiency in English equivalent to the Swedish upper secondary course English 6.
Education offerings
Each offering has its own dates and conditions. Closed offerings are retained as history and do not mean that a new application is open.
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